When can the police search you or your car? Do you have to answer an officer's questions? When do Miranda warnings have to be read to you? Can police officers use drones, facial recognition software, computers, DNA analysis, and video cam-eras to investigate crimes And what about those dog sniffs at school...are those legal? These topics and more are the focus of this course, in which students will explore the rules that control the behavior of police officers when they investigate crimes and prosecute criminal defendants. Subjects to be covered include arrest, searches, seizures, electronic surveillance, and interrogation (including Miranda warnings). In addition, a unit at the end of the course will cover student search/seizure/interrogation rights at school. Class discussion and debate will be encouraged.

Taking this class can also count towards your progress in the Global Academy.

Open to 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students

Learning Format: Traditional

Course Length: Semester