Models of the criminal justice system Flashcards
What are the two models of the criminal justice system?
The crime control model
The due process model
What is the focus of the due process model?
Focuses on innocence and fairness by protecting the defendants legal rights
Who’s rights does the due process model focus on?
Both the victim and the offender
The due process model believes the suspect is …
‘innocent until proven guilty’
Why is the due process model effective?
They have a long trial meaning that they are less likely to convict the wrong person
What is a limitation of the due process model?
Because they conduct a long trial, it is more expensive
What is an example of an area of the law that supports the due process model?
All interviews are recorded and suspects have the right to legal representation
What is the focus of the crime control model?
Focuses on punishing criminals and stopping them from committing further crime
Who’s rights does the crime control model focus on?
Only the victims
The crime control model believes that the suspect is …
‘guilty until proven innocent’
Which realism does the crime control model link to?
Right realism
Why is the crime control model effective?
It is part of the removal of the ‘double jeopardy’ rule for murder and other serious offences meaning that criminals will be punished for the crime that they have committed
What is a limitation of the crime control model?
Because their trial is short and quick, they are more likely to wrongly convict an individual.
Name an example of a case where the crime control model has been used?
Colin Stagg case
The police were sure that the suspect was guilty and took all measures to make sure that they produced evidence of guilt.
