Lesson Plan: Civil Procedure

Law Enforcement officers primarily handle criminal law activities. However, there are some circumstances in which a law enforcement officer may become involved in the civil process. Officers must understand the different types of civil service, the limits on the use of force and entry, and the civil process that has criminal penalties. This lesson familiarizes students with the civil procedures followed by the officers in law enforcement.

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