STANDARD 1.0 ANALYZE THE EVOLUTION OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
1.1 Investigate the historical beginnings of law enforcement, courts, and corrections
1.2 Compare and contrast past and present roles of law enforcement officers
1.3 Formulate a personal philosophy of law, public safety, and security (i.e., self-reflection, knowledge and understanding, beliefs, etc.)
1.4 Explain the importance of ethics and cultural awareness in law enforcement (e.g., values, social media, and profiling)
1.5 Define code of conduct (canons of police ethics)
1.6 Identify major events effecting policing (e.g., 9-11, Columbine, U.S. Patriot Act, air marshals, technology, equipment, active shooters, and Homeland Security)
STANDARD 2.0 ANALYZE LEGAL ASPECTS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
2.1 Describe the application of constitutional law [e.g., Amendments 1 , 4, and 5 (civilians vs. law enforcement officers)]
2.2 Describe the role of constitutional protection in each step of the criminal justice process [e.g., Bill of Rights and initial contact through incarceration (law enforcement through the court system)]
2.3 Distinguish between criminal and civil law
2.4 Identify the legality and justification for the use of force
2.5 Differentiate laws of arrest (e.g., hunch, reasonable suspicion, and probable cause)
STANDARD 3.0 EXAMINE THE FUNCTIONS AND RULES FOR CRIMINAL COURT PROCEDURES
3.1 Differentiate among federal, state, and local courts, including their differences and purposes
3.2 Describe the trial process for the witness (e.g., purpose and rights of witnesses, impeachment of a witness, self-incrimination, and immunity from prosecution)
3.3 Distinguish differences between summons, subpoenas, and warrants
3.4 Describe the origins and functions of a jury (e.g., petit jury, grand jury, and tribunal)
3.5 Examine the court proceedings from criminal complaint (arrest) to adjudication (e.g., rights of the accused during trial, accusatory pleadings, court appearances and proceedings, the appeals process, and double jeopardy)
3.6 Explain the process for testifying in federal, state, and local courts
3.7 Explain the roles and functions of personnel in the court system (e.g., judges, clerks, security, data processors, bailiffs, court secretaries, and court managers)
STANDARD 4.0 EXAMINE COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND PUBLIC SERVICES (COPS)
4.1 Describe how personal and environmental safety precautions can deter criminal behavior [e.g., Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) and the SARA model (scan, analyze, respond and assess)]
4.2 Describe components of community-orientated policing (e.g., CPTED, Block Watch, social media, and proactive vs. reactive)
4.3 Develop a plan of operations for a high crime area
4.4 Describe methods and situations for patrolling an area
4.5 Discuss the benefits of developing strong relationships between business and law, public safety, and security sectors
STANDARD 5.0 DEMONSTRATE FIRST-AID PROCEDURES
5.1 Describe situations requiring first-aid and emergency care
5.2 Explain the roles and responsibilities of law enforcement officers in medical and emergency situations
5.3 Practice basic medical emergency and first-aid procedures (e.g., bleeding, burns, fractures, frostbite, poisoning, shock, and CPR)
5.4 Describe situations requiring Standard Precautions to protect against disease exposure
5.5 Explain the intent of the Good Samaritan Law and the American Bystander Rule
5.6 Identify signs, symptoms, and techniques for dealing with people with mental health issues
STANDARD 6.0 ANALYZE ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES
6.1 Explore the different titles within the Arizona Revised Statutes (e.g., Titles 4, 8, 13, and 28)
6.2 Identify culpable mental states
6.3 Identify the elements of a crime
6.4 Differentiate between petty offense, misdemeanor, and felony
STANDARD 7.0 ANALYZE INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURES
7.1 Identify sources of information and contacts (e.g., reports, records, and databases, physical evidence, witnesses, and suspects)
7.2 Identify factors that determine if a crime has occurred
7.3 Explain the basic steps of crime scene investigation (e.g., protecting crime scenes, preserving physical evidence, collecting, and submitting evidence)
7.4 Explain procedures for traffic collision investigations
7.5 Explain the crime scene management process (i.e., pre- and post-crime scene, evidence collection, note-taking, primary and secondary perimeter, crime scene security, scaling down crime scenes, etc.)
7.6 Explain procedures to collect and process evidence [i.e., DNA swabs (CODIS), finger prints (AFIS), electronics, micro-level, etc.]
7.7 Explain types of biological evidence and sources of DNA found at a crime scene (e.g., saliva on cigarette butt, blood on carpet, and hair on clothing)
7.8 Demonstrate interviewing and interrogation techniques and procedures
7.9 Explain criteria for investigating impaired driving
7.10 Explain criteria for investigating a crime of domestic violence
STANDARD 8.0 EXAMINE POLICE PROFICIENCY SKILLS
8.1 Describe principles, intervention, and control strategies related to crowd management
8.2 Identify techniques and the use of equipment for traffic control and enforcement
8.3 Explain the processes for physical arrest, physical search, and defensive tactics (e.g., levels of force, suspect control, weapon recovery, arrest techniques, control tactics, edged weapons, and less-lethal weapons)
8.4 Explain safety procedures for handling firearms
8.5 Discuss the use of less-lethal equipment and tactics (e.g., impact weapons, chemical control agents, and electronically controlled weapons)
8.6 Describe proper driving techniques and emergency vehicle operations
8.7 Identify basic vehicle emergency equipment (i.e., radio, lights and sirens, fire extinguisher, trauma kit, first-aid kit, flares, etc.)
STANDARD 9.0 EXAMINE FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES AND THEIR SPECIALIZED UNITS
9.1 Describe the purpose of the Incident Command System and its relationship to law enforcement and mutual aid
9.2 Describe the formation of the Department of Homeland Security to safeguard the United States against terrorism
9.3 Define the role and responsibilities of airport security and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
9.4 Define the role of a Federal Air Marshal
9.5 Define Border Patrol and its functions
9.6 Describe the law enforcement activities of the federal fish and game wardens
9.7 Describe the activities of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
9.8 Define the functions of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
9.9 Describe the activities of the National Park Services (NPS)
9.10 Describe the activities of the U.S. Forest Services (USFS)
9.11 Describe the activities of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
9.12 Define the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and its functions
9.13 Compare and contrast the roles and relationships of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), and the Secret Service
STANDARD 10.0 EXAMINE STATE AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT UNITS
10.1 Analyze special units and their functions (e.g., K-9, motorcycle, aviation, and bomb squad)
10.2 Explain common special weapons and tactics (SWAT) team activities (e.g., unusual criminal activity, hostages, hijackers, barricaded suspects, and high-risk arrest warrants)
10.3 Describe law enforcement activities of the state game and fish wardens
10.4 Assess the function and necessary skills of the dispatcher/911 operator
10.5 Explain the vital connection of the dispatcher and the critical role involved in officer safety
10.6 Examine the roles and relationships of various law enforcement units during interagency deployments [e.g., pre-incident coordination, technical assistance, site security, traffic and crowd control, National Incident Management System (NIMS), and Incident Command System (ICS)]
STANDARD 11.0 EXAMINE CORRECTIONS SYSTEMS
11.1 Describe the role of corrections within the criminal justice system
11.2 Describe the goals of the corrections system (e.g., prevention, rehabilitation, and retribution)
11.3 Describe the role of the corrections officer and specialized units [i.e., Tactical Support Unit (TSU), Corrections Transportation Unit (CTU), K-9, Special Security Unit (SSU), etc.]
11.4 Identify the historical progression of corrections (i.e., Auburn System, Pennsylvania System, etc.)
11.5 Examine county, state, and federal correctional systems
11.6 Analyze the behavioral patterns of personnel and inmates (i.e., manipulation, persuading, respect, professionalism, etc.)
11.7 Describe prison programs and services (i.e., education, vocational training, drug and alcohol treatment and counseling, religious services, etc.)
11.8 Describe prison operations (i.e., prisoner classification, security operations, disciplinary procedures, offender rights, etc.)
11.9 Examine the Arizona Revised Statutes Title 31 - Prisons and Prisoners
11.10 Compare and contrast parole/community supervision and probation (state and federal)
11.11 Describe special populations within the prison system (e.g., female, juvenile, special needs, and vulnerable persons)
STANDARD 12.0 EXAMINE PRIVATE SECURITY
12.1 Compare and contrast the roles of law enforcement and private security
12.2 Identify components of private security
12.3 Research the private security industry (e.g., trends, demographics, collaboration with law enforcement, and legal authority and powers within armed and unarmed security operations)
STANDARD 13.0 PRACTICE EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY
13.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication
13.2 Explain the chain of command for law enforcement agencies
13.3 Identify barriers to effective communication
13.4 Practice professional written and verbal communication skills with coworkers, the public, and clients
13.5 Apply active listening skills using reflection, restatement, and clarification techniques