Law Policy and Procedure 1

Abstract

This subject examines general duties policing within NSW and the theory of policing in a liberal democratic society. It focuses on the rule of law, with particular emphasis on criminal, traffic and drug law enforcement. It also focuses on the role of police in upholding and enforcing the law in the criminal justice system and the service role of policing in situations that do not necessarily require police legal intervention. There is a study of the primary stakeholders who come into frequent contact with NSW Police, with a particular focus on vulnerable people and people with special needs.

Syllabus

The STOPAR model of professional decision-making;The roles and responsibilities of police within the NSW criminal justice system including the structure and history of NSW policing and Police Legitimacy as an element of the Social Contract;The critical function of police discretion in upholding the law;Interpreting the law as a crucial skill … For more content click the Read More button below.

The STOPAR model of professional decision-making;
The roles and responsibilities of police within the NSW criminal justice system including the structure and history of NSW policing and Police Legitimacy as an element of the Social Contract;
The critical function of police discretion in upholding the law;
Interpreting the law as a crucial skill required by police in areas such as assault offences, property damage offences, drug offences, street offences, minor traffic offences, and mental health; and
culture, crime and society as it informs liberal democratic policing including LGBTIAQ issues, youth, Indigenous relations and people with special needs.

Enrolment restrictions

Available only to students in the Associate Degree in Policing Practice. Students will require Internet access.

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PPP145 - Law Policy and Procedure 1

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