7 primary goals of the criminal justice system

Question 1

Due process of the law is guaranteed by the U.S. and California Constitutions, overseen by the courts, and practiced daily by peace officers

Answer 1

guarantee due process of the law

Question 2

Reversed 7 primary goals of the criminal justice system

Crime prevention is more than the apprehension of offenders Peace officer presence in the community and interactions with citizens also serves to prevent crime

Answer 2

prevent crime

Question 3

Peace officers must be dedicated to protect and defend the members of their communities as well as those individuals’ property

Answer 3

protect life and property

Question 4

The law enforcement component of the justice system has the primary responsibility to uphold the law The judiciary system, through rulings of the court, and the corrections component also play a role in enforcement

Answer 4

uphold and enforce the law

Question 5

The Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees equal justice under the law to all persons Individuals from each component of the criminal justice system must treat all persons equally, fairly, and with justice

Answer 5

dispense equal justice

Question 6

Apprehending offenders deprives them of their liberty and requires them to answer the criminal charges brought against them

Answer 6

apprehend offenders

Question 7

In the effort to apprehend and deal with the criminal, the criminal justice system cannot overlook the victim Victims must be made aware of their rights and of the services that are available to them

Answer 7

assure victims’ rights