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Question:Instructions

Casey Anthony case ......For your final paper, select a particular case with which you have some familiarity. For example, a high profile homicide that occurred in your state or perhaps a case where the accused is a juvenile. You can find information from court transcripts or call the law enforcement agency that investigated the case for a copy of the investigative case file.

Then, develop an analysis and compare and contrast the duties and responsibility of police, courts, and corrections. In addition, include responses to the following:

Provide a detailed overview of the case.

Determine if there was probable cause for the arrest of the offender. Had a search warrant and/or arrest warrant been served?

Outline the steps of the trial procedures such asJury selection (Voir Dire)

Opening statements

Witness and expert witness testimony
Cross examination
Closing statements
Jury verdict

If you were assigned as a jury member in this case, would you find the defendant guilty? Why or why not? Defend your decision with two examples from the readings and your own research.

Do you think the verdict in your case study was justified? Do you believe justice has been served? Why or why not?

Support your Signature Assignment with at least five scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including older articles, may be included.

Length: 10-12 pages not including title and reference pages

Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to Northcentral University's Academic Integrity Policy.