From crime to punishment
Work through a case study which follows the story of a defendant.
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| Four weeks | The latest taught course has already taken place, but you can still take a self-guided version. Simply sign up to start. | Law | FutureLearn |
You'll identify the different definitions of crime and gain an understanding of criminal justice processes in England and Wales, from investigation to prosecution and defence to sentencing. At the end you'll be asked to make a sentencing decision.
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in law. You might be thinking about studying law at university, you may already be involved in the profession, or you may just have a general interest in the subject.
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