ADJUS-120 Lecture 19: Adjus 120 - C19

• School: Diablo Valley College
• Department: Administration Of Justice
• Course: ADJUS-120
• Professor: Gaines

Document Summary

Federalism: a system of government in which power is divided between a central (national) government and regional (state) governments. Both systems enforce laws, try criminal cases, and punish offenders. Far fewer federal offenders as compared to state. Federal role has expanded since the 1960s. Many crimes span state borders now, making the involvement of the federal government more common. The fbi can pursue criminal investigations across state borders better than state agencies can. Usually law enforcement officials at all levels of government seek to cooperate and coordinate their efforts. Over the past few years, the fbi has shifted its focus to terrorism and cybercrimes. There was also the creation of the department of homeland. Tsa was also created within dhs to assume responsibility for protecting travelers. Most employees are tied to local government. System: a complex whole consisting of interdependent parts whose actions are directed toward goals and are influenced by the environment in which they function.