Course Description:
A study of the organization, functions and jurisdictions of juvenile agencies; the processing and detention of juveniles; case dispositions; and juvenile statutes and Court procedures.
Course Objectives:
- To examine the organization and function of the Juvenile Justice System
- To identify juvenile court procedures and law enforcement procedures when handling juvenile offenders
- To define the role of community, police, courts and corrections in the Juvenile Justice System
- To define the causes of delinquency and to identify programs for offenders and their families
Course Material:
1. Juvenile Delinquency by Frank Schmalleger & Clemens Bartollas, Pearson Allyn & Bacon Publishers (Use current edition of textbook ) Open Campus students can order books online at http://www.mbsdirect.net/ or by phone 1-800-325-3252.
The Texas Family Code, Title III Juvenile Justice Code, can be found at:
www.capitol.state.tx.us/
(Texas Legislature Online, Legislative Resources, Texas Statutes)
Supplemental Material:
Juvenile Justice Handbook for Local Governments published by Office of Attorney General of the State of Texas
http://www.oag.state.tx.us/.
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Course Structure: This course is structured so that the entire class goes through the course together as a learning community. Class discussions, exam dates and research paper due date will be collectively adhered to by the entire class.
Online Orientation: If you do not complete this online orientation, you must contact this instructor within One Week of Late Registration or you may be dropped from the course
Student Email Address: It is imperative that the student keeps current the email address that will be used for this course.
The student is responsible for knowing the contents of all emails sent by the instructor.
http://www.austincc.edu/google/
Course Requirements:
MicroSoft Word: The student will need the word processing program MicroSoft Word to complete online assignments for this course. To see videos you will need RealPlayer.
"Attendance": You will be required to logon to your class via Blackboard at least 3 times per week to access course materials or to communicate with your class. Your logon should be on three different days of the week. The Blackboard system can track logon times.
Blackboard accounts will be created and students will be enrolled the week prior to classes starting.
Withdrawal Policy: If a student decides to drop the course, it is the responsibility of the student to drop the course. A student that fails to drop the course may receive a final grade of F.
Students are responsible for understanding the impact withdrawing from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, international student status, and academic standing. Students are urged to consult with their instructor or an advisor before making schedule changes.
Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in fall 2007 or later at any Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a W) from more than six (6) courses during their undergraduate college career. Some exceptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are encouraged to carefully select courses; contact an advisor or counselor for assistance.
TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS STANDARDS AND EDUCATION
Enrollment Standards and Training Credit for the Texas Basic Peace Officer Sequence Program
All ACC Certificate students and those who will enter commissioned police employment must meet the following requirements in conjunction with being responsible for all TCLEOSE requirements:
1. Not be currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would bar licensing.
2. Has never been on court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order.
3. Has never been convicted of an offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years.
4. Has never been convicted of any family violence offense.
5. Is not prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle.
6. Is not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition.
7. Is a United States citizen.
8. All requirements as listed in the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards of Education (TCLEOSE) rules. All students are responsible for knowing the TCLEOSE rules prior to entering the program and must provide accurate information regarding their status in relation to the TCLEOSE rules. Failure to understand and apply the rules is reason for dismissal from the ACC/CRJ program.
You may view the complete rules on the TCLEOSE WEBSITE: http://www.tcleose.state.tx.us/Commission_Rules/Comm%20Rules.htm
Written Assignment: A report will be required in this course. The grade for this paper will count as one major exam grade. (See separate Folder for details).
Grading Policy: The student’s final grade for the course will be determined from a combination of factors:
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90-100=A
80 - 89=B
70- 79=C
60- 69=D
Below 60=F |
Examinations:
- There will be two major examinations during the semester.
The examinations may include assigned chapters in the textbook; Selections in the Texas Family Code/Juvenile Justice Code; the Juvenile Justice Handbook for Local Governments and supplemental information
- Review Questions will be emailed to help prepare for the exams
- The exams may include objective, short answer and discussion questions
Testing Procedures:
All exams must be taken in an ACC Testing Center.
For students residing outside the ACC service area, the student must get approval from the instructor to test at a location other than an ACC testing center.
The student must locate a testing facility at a nearby college or university. The Distance Learning staff will assist the student in this task. Once faculty approval is given, a receiving institution has agreed to provide the distance testing service, and the faculty member has provided with all necessary tests and Distance Testing Transmittal forms, Distance Learning staff will forward all testing materials to the college or university.
The student is responsible for paying any testing/proctoring fees to the proctoring institution and the costs for returning the completed exams to the instructor or Distance Learning staff.
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Extra Credit:
You may earn extra credit by answering online questions. You may have up to 4 points added to your final grade if you meet the guidelines. |
Scholastic Dishonesty:
Any form of scholastic dishonesty by the student will automatically earn a grade of “F” for this course.
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Incompletes:
The grade of “I” (Incomplete) will only be awarded for medical reasons verified by a satisfactory letter from a physician. All “Incompletes” must be completed within the first four weeks of the following semester. There are no exceptions to this policy. |
Students With Special Needs:
Special adaptations and arrangements will be made for students with documented learning difference (i.e. disabilities) or temporary disabilities. Should you have a learning, sensory, or psychiatric disability, please let your instructor know early in the semester so that your learning needs can be appropriately met. Students with special needs who require special arrangements, exemptions, or deadline extensions must present documentation concerning the disability to the Office for Students with Disabilities at 512/223-8300 or (TTY) 512/223-8067 at the Pinnacle Campus (PIN). PIN is located at 7748 Hwy 290 West, Austin, TX 78736.
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