CJS 1024 - Police Report Writing Principles

Credits: 2
Hours/Week: Lecture 2
Course Description: This course introduces students to basic principles and practices of policing. In conjunction with ENGL 1024   (Writing Police Reports: Theory and Practice), CJS 1024 focuses on applying appropriate writing and oral communication skills in simulated peace officer situations. This course requires students to register for ENGL 1024   as a corequisite.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020   or ENGL 1021   with a grade of C or higher
Corequisite(s): ENGL 1024  
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Key terms, concepts, and content of police reports
2. Elements of the crime: definition and application
3. Role of documentation in peace officer functions
4. Application of definitions and concepts through documentation of law enforcement situations
5. Interview techniques
6. Proper courtroom attire, procedure, and preparation

1. identify key terms, concepts, and content of police reports. 

2. describe legal interviewing and interrogation techniques peace officers may use.

3. document relevant information used in the criminal justice field.

4. identify relevant data needed for appropriate criminal case procedures.

5. provide an objective and factual account of a police incident in a written report.

 
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies
Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6)
None
Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10)
None

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