As you have learned, the legal system is composed of various elements. Each of these elements, including the courts, lawyers, and juries, works together to form a system which preserves individual freedoms by protecting civil rights and civil liberties.
In an essay of five pages, discuss the various elements of the criminal courts system. Be sure to address the following elements and questions:
Criminal Courts:
- What's the function of the criminal courts in society?
- Define and compare the Adversarial and Consensual models of the criminal courts.
- Define and compare the Crime control and Due process models of the criminal courts.
- What impact do plea bargains have on the criminal courts?