Law Enforcement I
(grades 10-12)
This class is an overview of the history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement. The course includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcement terminology, and the classifications & elements of crime.
Units of Study
A. History of Law Enforcement
A. Texas Criminal Offenses
Criminal Responsibility & Punishment
Preparatory Offenses
Crimes Against Persons
Crimes Aginst Property
Crimes Against Public Order & Safety
B. Power to Arrest
C. Use of Force
Force Justification
Deadly Force
Defenses
D. Search and Seizure
Searches With a Warrant
Searches Without a Warrant
E. Practical Skills
Basic Building Search
Mechanics of Arrest
Self-Defense