Certified
Sworn, as in certified police officer
Nolo Contendere
A legal plea in which an individual does not accept or deny responsibility for the charges but agrees to accept punishment
Assumption
A notion, statement or belief about a person, group or event that may or may not be factual
Bias/prejudice
A strong belief that or feeling about a person, group, or subject, whether positive or negative, that is formed without reviewing all available facts or information
bribery
to give, offer, or promise a benefit or gift to any public servant in order to influence the performance of any act or omission within the official discretion of that person
conflict of interest
The actions and situations that could conflict with official responsibilities
discrimination
negative behavior toward a person or because of prejudice involving color, race, sex, age, religion, ethic and national origin, handicap, and/or marital status
ethics
the standards of conduct based on moral duties and virtues that are derived from the principles of right and wrong
ethical behavior
principled, value, based decision making practiced daily
gratuity
anything of value intedned to benefit the giver more than the receiver; something given to a person because of that person's position or authority
perception
an impression in a person's mind of an individual, people, or events based on experiences, biases, beliefs, assumptions, and observations; the process of organizing and attaching meaning to sensations, so that they can be interpreted
perjury
A false statement made under oath which the person speaking does not believe to be true
personal values
individual convictions about what is right and wrong based on religious beliefs, cultural roots, family background, personal experiences, laws, organizational values, professional norms, and political habits
professionalism
A behavior that follows the prescribed Law Enforcement Code of Ethics, which demonstrates good character and is marked by pride in self and career
stereotyping
A fixed and unvarying idea or opinion of a person, group, or subject
values
The principles, standards, or qualities considered worthwhile or desirable; the core beliefs or desires that guide or motivate attitudes and actions
hostile work environment
A work situation in which lewd jokes or offensive habits are acceptable
quid pro quo
A latin term meaning "something for something in return
sexual harassment
unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal physical conduct of a sexual nature
community control
(House Arrest) community supervision in which a person is closely monitored and is more restrictive than probation or parole
corrections
the part of the legal system responsible for enforcing punishment defined by the court system
court system
the part of the legal system responsible for the interpretation of laws
criminal justice
the structures, functions, and decision-making processes of agencies that deal with the management and control of crime and criminal offenders
jurisdiction
the types of cases in which the court can make decisions
law enforcement
the part of the criminal justice system responsible for the enforcement of and maintaining civil order
parole
the release of an inmate from a correctional institution prior to the end of the inmate's court-imposed sentence
probation
A sentence placing a person under the supervision of a probation officer for a specified length of time instead of in confinement
Chain of command
the order of authority within an organization
delegation of authority
when a person with authority grants power to another person
insubordination
a failure to follow orders from superiors in the chain of command
lateral communication
the communication in an organization that travels across employees on the same level within the chain of command
vertical communication
the information that flows down through the supervision level to the lowest levels of the organization
Criminal Justice Standards and Traning Commission
Composed of 19 members representing criminal justice professionals throughout the state, was created to oversee the certification, employment, training, maintenance of officer records, and conduct of Florida law enforcement, correctional, and correctional
How often does the CJSTC meet?
quarterly, to ensure that the citizens of the state of Florida are served by the most qualified, well-trained, competent, and ethical criminal justice officers in the nation
Section 934.09, F.S.
created the Criminal Justice Professionalism Program(CJPP) within FDLE to support and assist the commission in the execution, administration, implementation, and evaluation of its powers, duties, and functions.
Criminal Justice Professionalism Program(CJPP)
within FDLE to support and assist the commission in the execution, administration, implementation, and evaluation of its powers, duties, and functions.
S 934.09, F.S.
sets the minimum requirements and standards that a person needs to meet before becoming certified as an officer
Amount of time a recruit has to get certified
4 years from the start date of the academy
In order to be certified a person must...
meet all the minimum requirements and standards, complete the approved basic recruit training, pass the SOCE, and be employed
Number of attempts an applicant has to pass the SOCE
3
What does a background investigation determine?
moral character
The commission can take the following actions against an officers certification
written reprimand, probation of up to two years, suspension of up to two years, and revocation of certification
After the Commission revokes an officers certification....
the officer can no longer work as a certified officer in the state of Florida
In official proceedings, perjury is considered a ...
Felony
Burlington Industries v. Ellerth
The courts have held that intent is not a factor in determining what constitutes sexual harassment, focus is put towards the impact of the conduct
Civil Rights Act of 1963, Title VII
it is unlawful for employees to discriminate in the workplace
Meritor Savings Bank v. Vinson
Courts hold employers responsible for acts of sexual harassment by their employees in the workplace
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
The governmental agency that enforces compliance with the Civil Rights Act (Title VII)
Three main components of the criminal justice system
law enforcement, the court system, and corrections
Four levels of law enforcement
Local or municipal, county, state, and federal
Percentage of American law enforcement that is at the local level
over 75% of total sworn personnel
County Civil Processing
involves law enforcement's assistance to the court system, which can include serving subpoenas, enforcing eviction notices, and providing court bailiffs
Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
promotes public safety and strengthens domestic security by providing services in partnership with local, state, and federal criminal justice agencies to prevent, investigate, and solve crimes while protecting Florida's citizens and visitors (Also promote
State Judges in Florida are elected or appointed by...
The governor
Federal Judges are appointed by....
The president
Do the federal courts generally take precedence over the state courts?
Yes, they are the highest courts in the U.S.
Florida state court system's four levels
Florida county courts, Florida Circuit Courts, Florida District Courts of Appeals, and Florida Supreme Court
Florida County Courts
67 County courts, have limited jurisdiction and handle the following:
-Minor criminal offenses (M), provide maximum sentence of one year or less in county jail.
-County and municipal ordinance violations, including traffic infractions
-civil cases invovin
Florida Circuit Courts
20 Circuit Courts and handle the following:
-domestic relations cases
-major criminal offenses (F), imprisonment in state corr.
-probate matters, deceased persons
-civil cases involving +$15,000
-Baker Act and Marchman cases
-issuance of search and arrest
Florida District Courts of Appeal (DCA)
5 DCA, decides appeals from circuit courts in most criminal and civil cases
Florida Supreme Court
Highest court in the state of Florida, consists of seven justices who are appointed by the governor. Hears cases including final orders imposing death penalties and appeals from lower state courts
United States Federal Court Systems
U.S. District Courts, Courts of Appeal, and Supreme Court of U.S.
U.S. District Courts
Federal trial courts presided over by U.S. district judges, who are assisted by magistrates
Magistrates
appointed by the district judges and are responsible for issuing warrants, making pretrial motions, and presiding over some civil cases, misdemeanor trials, petty cases, and preliminary hearings
Courts of Appeals
Formerly known as the Circuit Courts of Appeals, make decisions on appeals from lower federal courts, which are subject to review in the U.S. Supreme Court
Supreme Court of the United States
Highest court in the U.S., and the chief authority in the judicial branch- one of three branches of the U.S. federal government.
Judicial Review
enables the court to invalidate both federal and state laws when they conflict with its interpretation of the Constitution
Judge
authorized to preside over the courtroom and to decide questions of law brought before the court
Prosecutor
responsible for presenting the government's case. Each court has its own prosecutor. In federal court, the U.S. Attorney's Office serves this function.
Defense Attorney
responsible for representing the defendant's case
Clerk of Court
Elected by county, responsible for maintaining files and official records and issuing subpoenas. Deputy clerks are appointed to assist judges in court paperwork and proceedings
Court Administrator
responsible for date-to-day administration of a court system
jury
group of citizens who determine questions of fact in trial. Not required for court to hear a case. In a nonjury or bench trial, the judge hears the case and renders a verdict
bailiff
court deputy who is, generally,
Ethical ____ are rules of conduct derived from ethical values
Principles
Which Florida Statue refers to perjury by false written declaration?
92.525
Which Florida Statue refers to perjury in official proceedings?
837.02
Who is responsible for appointing federal judges in the United States court system?
President
Which Florida Statue refers to misuse of confidential information?
839.26
____are federal trial courts presided over by U.S. district judges, who are assisted by magistrates.
U.S. District Courts
Is Sexual Harassment a form of Discrimination?
yes
Which Florida Statute refers to perjury by contradictory statements?
837.021
Which Florida Statute refers to false reports to law enforcement authorites
837.05
The five ____ Courts of Appeal decide appeals from circuit courts in most criminal and civil cases
District
The Florida Statutes and certain rules in the __________ approved by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) provide the requirements and standards for the training and certification process of Florida criminal justice officers.
FAC (Florida Administrative Code)
__________ are the federal trial courts presided over by U.S. district judges, who are assisted by magistrates.
U.S. District Courts