CJS 2225 - Criminal Investigations

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 3
Course Description: Knowledge of investigative procedures and practices is central to the role of a peace officer. This course focuses on reporting and investigative techniques as well as the processes and procedures required in crime scene investigations. Special attention is paid to accurate documentation and evidence handling and preservation.

 
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1024   with a grade of ”C” or higher. CJS 1024 , CJS 2081 , CJS 2085 , SOC 1033 , SOC 1080 ,and SOC 2051  with grades of “C” or higher and instructor consent. 
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Crime scenes
2. Interrogation and interview
3. Persons and property crimes
4. Report writing
5. Search protocol and procedure
6. Criminal charge process
7. Fire scenes
8. Chain of custody
9. Sexual Assault Investigation

1. describe the rights of individuals being interrogated under the Fifth and Sixth Amendments and the importance of adhering to procedures that protect those rights.

2. identify the policies and services involved in processing offenders from investigation and arrest through trial and sentencing, and post-conviction re-entry into society.

3. demonstrate the ability to conduct proper crime scene investigations and case preparation.

4. explain the purpose of an interrogation and how results of interrogation can be used in trials.

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