Law & public safety academy

Only students who have been selected to the Law and Public Safety Academy are allowed to take the courses listed in this section.  To apply, one must complete an application and have teacher recommendations, a 3.0 or better GPA, and good attendance.  This is an instructional program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public safety officers.

10 - 1 year, 1 credit

This course provides a basis for the student considering a career in the field of criminal justice. Focus includes an overview of the criminal justice system, crime and its consequences, and an exploration of related careers. Students must be accepted into the sophmore Law Academy.

494630 Law Enforcement I--SHS

11 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit - 1st semester

Prerequisite: Introduction to Criminal Justice

This course provides an in-depth look at necessary job skills and tasks for the police patrolman, including such topics as accident investigation, traffic stops, and report taking. This is the 1st semester of the junior year for the Law Academy.

494600 Law Enforcement II--SHS

11 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit - 2nd semester

Prerequisite: Introduction to Criminal Justice

This course provides an in-depth look at the duties and necessary skills involved in criminal investigations, including investigating crimes, collecting evidence, and arresting suspects. This is the 2nd semester of the junior year for the Law Academy.

49461L/49461M Criminal Law/Senior Seminar (Capstone)--SHS

12 - 1 year, 1 credit

This course covers a broad range of Arkansas criminal law as well as landmark court decisions in the United States. The second semester of this course combines all aspects of the criminal justice system in an extensive mock crime investigation and prosecution. This is the senior year of the Law Academy.

Updated 02/13/08