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Criminal Justice System Roles
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Legal Secretary
Assisting attorneys by performing clerical tasks, organizing documents, scheduling appointments, and managing client communication.
Criminologist
Studying crime as a social phenomenon, analyzing data to understand criminal behavior, and advising on policies and crime prevention.
Victim Advocate
Supporting crime victims, providing them with resources, assisting in navigating the criminal justice system, and protecting their rights.
Law Enforcement Trainer
Educating new recruits and existing officers in law enforcement techniques, the legal system, and ethical conduct.
Detective
Investigating crimes, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects, and building cases for prosecution.
Pretrial Services Officer
Assessing defendants prior to trial, providing recommendations for bail, and supervising those released to ensure compliance with court orders.
Bailiff
Maintaining order in the courtroom, providing security for judges and jury, and ensuring procedures are followed.
Police Officer
Maintaining public order, enforcing the law, and preventing, detecting, and investigating crimes.
Criminal Prosecutor
Representing the government in court, proving the guilt of the accused, and seeking appropriate legal sanctions.
Criminal Defense Lawyer
Defending individuals accused of crimes, ensuring their rights are protected, and negotiating pleas or representing them at trial.
Probation Officer
Supervising offenders serving probation, providing resources for rehabilitation, and ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions.
Parole Officer
Monitoring parolees to ensure compliance with parole conditions, assisting in their reintegration, and reporting progress to parole boards.
Jury Consultant
Advising attorneys on jury selection, conducting mock trials and focus groups, and helping to shape legal strategy based on juror profiles.
Correctional Officer
Supervising incarcerated individuals, ensuring prison security, and facilitating rehabilitation programs.
Juvenile Probation Officer
Working with juvenile offenders, overseeing their rehabilitation and adherence to probation terms, and collaboration with community resources.
Security Consultant
Assessing threats, advising organizations on security protocols, and implementing strategies to prevent criminal activities.
Judge
Presiding over court proceedings, ensuring fair trials, interpreting laws, and handing down legal decisions and sentences.
Immigration Officer
Enforcing immigration laws, inspecting documents of individuals entering the country, and processing immigration applications.
Crime Scene Investigator
Processing crime scenes, collecting evidence, documenting findings, and preserving the chain of custody.
Court Clerk
Managing court records, handling administrative duties, and providing assistance to judges and attorneys.
Forensic Scientist
Analyzing physical evidence, using scientific methods to support criminal investigations, and testifying as expert witnesses in court.
Legal Analyst
Researching legal precedents, analyzing legislation and judicial decisions, and providing insights on legal issues.
Public Defender
Providing legal representation to defendants who are unable to afford private counsel, ensuring their constitutional right to an attorney.
Court Reporter
Creating verbatim transcripts of court proceedings, ensuring an accurate record of testimonies and court decisions, and preparing official reports.
Mediator
Facilitating negotiations between disputing parties in the hopes of reaching a settlement without the need for a trial.
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