Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Demonstrate skills necessary for a career in a legal field, including written communication, public speaking, and legal research skills, through simulated court proceedings.
Obtain and share information about the impact of significant Supreme Court decisions on law enforcement and criminal justice proceedings.
Examples: Miranda v. Arizona, Terry v. Ohio, Mapp v. Ohio
Obtain and present information about fundamental sources of law in American society.
Research, compile, and communicate information to compare and contrast the history and applications of common law and statutory law.
Describe ethical and professional responsibility in the legal profession.
Model appropriate and ethical use of data and communications technology.
Example: maintaining confidentiality of medical and criminal records
Explain the roles and responsibilities of participants in the criminal court process.
Explain the purpose of each step of the criminal court proceedings.
Differentiate between ethical and unethical behaviors in criminal proceedings.
Explain how principles of tort law affect human behavior.
Analyze factual scenarios for the presence of actionable torts.
Define negligence as it pertains to civil law and give examples of negligence that could be encountered in everyday life.
Investigate and share information about provisions of statutes designed to protect consumers.
Differentiate between state and federal statutes regarding consumer rights.
Example: fair debt collections law
Explain basic bankruptcy laws.
Analyze the structure of the civil court system.
Identify fundamental concepts of commercial law.
Obtain and share information about provisions of probate law, including types of property, ownership rights and responsibilities, Alabama property management requirements, and real estate broker licenses.
Obtain and share information about provisions of family law including requirements for marriage, divorce, child custody, and adoption.
Summarize the development of the United States Constitution.
Explain fundamental constitutional rights, including those in the Bill of Rights.
Research, evaluate, and share information about current issues involving constitutional law.
Compare jurisdictions and types of cases heard in federal, state, and local court systems.
Research and share information about basic rules of evidence in the justice system.
List and give examples of types of evidence presented in court proceedings.
Obtain and share information about admissibility of evidence in the legal process.
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.
Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Create a formal, narrative proposal that communicates a specific concept, process, or product related to Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security.
Examples: Effects of Hazardous Materials during Containment and Management The Pros and Cons of the Broken Window Theory Internship for Becoming a Paralegal Internship for Becoming a Telecommunicator Developing a Disaster Response Plan for a Hospital Emergency Room““
Conduct independent research related to a selected project concept.
Examples: Internet research, related readings, original research
Write a detailed report on the chosen project, demonstrating correct usage of standard writing format.
