Description
Examination of the nature of the legal environment and the ethical issues that confront managers and administrators in a criminal justice agency: the underlying legal process and contemporary issues related to the decision-making functions of managers and administrators; the adjudicatory process (civil, administrative, and criminal); contract law. Analysis of current issues and controversies of our legal system including an examination of employment issues, such as discrimination, administrative agencies, civil liability, and vicarious liability. Emphasis placed on the ethical administration and application of authority to both internal and external entities.