DNA testing on pretrial identification

Read the attachments. Discuss the impact of DNA testing on pretrial identification. Do you think the use of these databases should be considered? Explain your position. See attachments - “Not Quite Like on CSI” and “DNA Samples Prove to be Effective in Solving Crimes.”

Polygraph Testing

• Resources: Web sites: http://www.daubertontheweb.com/frye_opinion.htm http://laws.findlaw.com/us/509/579.html • Review the two major court cases that influence whether polygraphs can be used at trial, Frye v. United States (1923) and Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (1993). Discuss whether polygraph testimony should be admissible in court, which test (Frye or Daubert) is more appropriate, and the potential effect this testimony could have on a given case.

The Significance of Miranda

• Resource: Web site: http://caselaw.lp.findlaw.com/data/constitution/amendment05/09.html#1 • Review the above Web site on Miranda v. Arizona (1966). Describe the significance of Miranda v. Arizona (1966). See attachment – Miranda v Arizona (1966)

Advantages and disadvantages - stun guns and patrol care video surveillance.

The advantages of police using stun guns and patrol care video surveillance. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of technology in law enforcement. Read Ch. 10 and 12 in Effective Communication for Criminal Justice Professionals. Grubb, R. E. Jr., & Hemby, K. V.. (2003). Effective communication for criminal justice professionals. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Group. “Advantages and Disadvantages of Technology” - please give some advantages in your opinion.

Provide examples of how criminal justice professionals can best communicate with persons with hearing impairments, gang members, the elderly.

Conflict Resolution and Special Groups Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of technology in law enforcement. Identify issues affecting communication with diverse groups. Explain the stages of conflict resolution. Describe strategies for negotiating hostage situations. Read Ch. 10 and 12 in Effective Communication for Criminal Justice Professionals. Grubb, R. E. Jr., & Hemby, K. V.. (2003). Effective communication for criminal justice professionals. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Group. Provide examples of how criminal justice professionals can best communicate with the following diverse groups: Persons with hearing impairments Gang members The elderly