LAWS365

Issues in Policing and Prosecution

15 points

Not offered 2026, offered in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

For further information see Faculty of Law

Description

This course focuses on the structure, scope and contemporary issues relating to policing and prosecution in New Zealand, including critical assessments of police powers; the role of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA); aspects of the Police and Crown prosecution processes, diversion, restorative justice and alternatives to traditional court prosecution of offenders; and selected contentious issues, such the effects of policing policies and practices on vulnerable groups.

Restrictions

LAWS337, CRJU307

Co-requisites

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