CRIM 251 Lecture 1: WEEK 1
21 Apr 2016
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Do tutorial readings instead of textbook readings (if you had to choose) The activities of any individual or organization acting legally on behalf of public or private organizations or persons to maintain security or social order while empowered by either public or private contract, regulations, policies, written or verbal. (griffiths, 2015) Other federal statutes (e. g. , controlled drugs and substances act) Social contract: police exist to protect the public and enforce the law, necessary to maintain order and maximize collective societal good, mainstream view of police. Radical perspective: marxian in nature, police as a tool of the capitalist state, used to enforce imbalance of power (repressive/oppressive) and maintain status quo. The unique role of the police in the cjs. Work in multiple contexts, situations, and circumstances. Have the authority to arrest, detain, and use force. Must make split-second decisions (often based on little information) that can significantly impact lives.
