29 Questions
What is the primary focus of the CLJ 1 course?
The five pillars of the Criminal Justice System in the Philippines
What is the expected outcome of students after completing the CLJ 1 course?
All of the above
What is the total number of contact hours per week for the CLJ 1 course?
4 hours
What is the prerequisite for taking the CLJ 1 course?
CRIMINOLOGY 1
What is the course credit for CLJ 1?
3 units
What aspect of criminal justice is covered in the CLJ 1 course?
All of the above
What is the ultimate goal of the Criminal Justice System?
To protect members of society against crime
What is the main topic of the cited references?
Criminal justice ethics and systems
Which party is often referred to as the 'forgotten party' in a criminal case?
The victim/complainant
Who is the author of the book 'Criminal justice ethics: theory and practice'?
Banks
What is the primary function of law enforcement in the Criminal Justice System?
To apprehend criminal offenders
What is the purpose of the correction stage in the Criminal Justice System?
To rehabilitate and correct criminal offenders
In which city is the book 'Criminal justice ethics: theory and practice' published?
Los Angeles
What is the title of the book written by Cano, G.J., Amante, D.A., and Fernandez, N.M.?
Philippine criminal justice system
What is the role of the People of the Philippines in a criminal case?
They are the actual offended party
What is the edition of the book 'Criminal justice ethics: theory and practice'?
2nd edition
What is the goal of prosecution in the Criminal Justice System?
To punish criminal offenders
What is the purpose of the 'REFLECTION' section?
To check the emotional response to the activity
What is the age range of the accused covered by the special court established by RA 8369?
Between 9 and 18 years of age
What is the primary purpose of the special court established by RA 8369?
To handle criminal cases involving minors
What type of jurisdiction is involved in cases where one or more of the victims is a minor at the time of the commission of the offense?
Criminal jurisdiction
What is the objective of the activity 'Who's Who in a Criminal Court'?
To identify the key personnel in courts and research their roles and responsibilities
What is the purpose of the word search activity?
To search for the different types of jurisdiction and provide definitions and examples
What is the main objective of the activity 'COURT HIERARCHY'?
To understand the hierarchy of courts
What is the primary focus of institutional-based corrections?
Punishment and deterrence
What is a key advantage of non-institutional based corrections?
Community-based rehabilitation and reintegration
Which of the following references is NOT specifically focused on the Philippine criminal justice system?
Banks, C. (2009)
What is the primary goal of corrections in the criminal justice system?
To rehabilitate and reintegrate offenders
What is a key disadvantage of institutional-based corrections?
Inhumane living conditions
Study Notes
Family Court
- Established by RA 8369, also known as the Family Courts Act of 1997
- Covers criminal cases where one or more of the accused is below 18 years old but not less than 9 years old, or where one or more of the victims is a minor at the time of the commission of the offense
Court Personnel
- Key personnel in courts include judges, prosecutors, lawyers, court clerks, and witnesses
- Each personnel has specific roles and responsibilities in the administration of justice
Types of Jurisdiction
- Exclusive jurisdiction
- Concurrent jurisdiction
- Appellate jurisdiction
- Original jurisdiction
- Limited jurisdiction
- General jurisdiction
Criminal Justice System
- Five pillars: Law Enforcement, Prosecution, Court, Corrections, and Community
- Goals: prevention of crime, protection of society against crime, maintenance of peace and order, suppression of criminality, and rehabilitation of offenders
- Parties to a criminal case: accused, victim/complainant, and the People of the Philippines
Course Outcomes
- Remember the role of the Criminal Justice System in crime prevention and control
- Understand the pillars of the criminal justice system and their roles
- Analyze the American Justice System and compare it with the Philippine justice system
- Understand the origin of justice and early concepts and types of justice
- Write observations on the problem and suggest solutions
Institutional and Non-Institutional Corrections
- Advantages and disadvantages of institutional-based corrections
- Advantages and disadvantages of non-institutional based corrections
Criminal Justice System Objectives
- Prevention of crime
- Protection of members of society against crime
- Maintenance of peace and order
- Suppression of criminality
- Review of the legality of existing rules and regulations
- Rehabilitation and reformation of offenders
This course covers the study of the five pillars of the Criminal Justice System in the Philippines, including Law Enforcement, Prosecution, Court, Corrections, and Community. It explores their respective functions and roles in the system. This quiz is based on the CLJ 1 course, which is a prerequisite for Criminology 1.
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