Reading Assignment

 

Answer review questions in complete sentences.

  1. How does criminal procedure affect the enforcement of criminal law?
  2. Discuss the balance between security and rights in criminal procedure.
  3. What values does the system of criminal procedure seek to achieve?
  4. Outline the steps in the criminal justice system.
  5. Describe the organization of the federal and state judicial systems.
  6. What is the role of precedent in judicial decision making?
  7. Is there a difference between law on the books and law in action?