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Once a crime is recognized, police officers conduct an ______ to gather sufficient facts or evidence
investigation
The initial contact an offender has with the justice system is usually with the ______
police
Arrest occurs when the police take a person into ______ for allegedly committing a criminal act
custody
Bail is a temporary ______ to a detained person
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After conviction, if the defendant believes he or she was not treated fairly by the justice system the individual may ______ the conviction
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Study Notes
Criminal Justice Process
- Police officers perform an investigation to collect necessary facts and evidence after recognizing a crime.
- The first interaction an offender has with the justice system typically occurs through law enforcement officers.
- Arrest is defined as the action when police detain a person suspected of committing a crime.
- Bail is a provisional release granted to a detained individual, allowing them to go free until their court date.
- If a convicted defendant believes there was a lack of fairness in their treatment by the justice system, they may choose to appeal the conviction.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the Process of the Criminal Justice System with this quiz! From the initial contact with police officers to the investigation and trial process, this quiz will challenge you on your understanding of how the CJS operates. Keywords: CJS, police, investigation, trial, criminal act, offender.
