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== =Welcome to Criminology and Law Class 2011 - 2012!=

Getting Started
This wiki was designed for the //Criminology & Law// class at Fontbonne Academy in Milton, MA. The class is comprised of students who have an interest in our criminal justice system and want to investigate crimes, law, and their effect on society.

At the start of the course, we discuss ethics and law, and cover topics such as where laws originate from, the Bill of Rights, the Miranda Rights and the Death Penalty. Moving on we cover areas such a the court system in America and trial procedures where we talk about the Constitution and its relationship to ethics, laws and crime. We then take a look at famous crimes and current event happenings. We escape into the minds of some famous serial killers to understand the motive and environment in which the criminal mind develops. .

The second semester covers topics that relate to laws that protect us as consumers where personal finance issues are discussed. Do you know how to buy a car, obtain a loan, or create a budget for college expenses? This course will assist you in understanding the many sides of crime, knowing your personal rights, and at the same time help you to abide by the laws.