Student learn how to lookup and read the legal definitions of crime and punishment in the California Penal Code. Students begin to learn how to determine if an alleged crime met the legal requirements for action and intent.
Students compare Property and Personal crimes, when and where they happen using www.crimemapping.com
Student will explore theories of crime causation and local efforts of prevention and response.
Students learn how to apply laws that are meant to protect the rights of the accused throughout due process.
Students will explore how gang legislation creates enhancements to traditional definitions, classifications and punishments of crime.
Community Partners:
San Diego Police Department | San Diego Compassion Project | Pillars of the Community
District Attorney's Office |Public Defender's Office |Mid-City CAN