LAWF 1733: Criminal Investigation

Credit Hours 3.0 Lecture Hours 3.0 Lab Hours 0.0
Type of Credit
Baccalaureate/Transfer
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Course Description
The student will examine the fundamentals and procedures of investigation; crime scene applications; the collection, marking, and preservation of evidence; and the techniques and procedures of the follow-up investigation.

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the fundamentals procedures when responding to a crime scene.
  • Explain the fundamentals of investigating specific major crimes.
  • Explain the role of "basic leads" inthe identification of suspects.
  • Explain the legal significance and integrity of evidence in relation to all aspects of criminal investigation.
  • Explain ethical awareness in criminal investigation.