SUBJECT 4 – CRIMINALISTICS

A. SCOPE: Covers the study of Dactyloscopy and D.N.A as a reliable, well-accepted means of personal identification worldwide; significance of police photography in the field of law enforcement and criminal investigation; the vital role of forensic ballistics in the law enforcement profession and in the administration of justice; detection of forgeries and falsification and counterfeiting of documents with the use of scientific tools and modern  procedures and use of lights, rays, radiation, powders, and others including the proper selection of standards; study of lie detection and interrogation with the use polygraph instruments and other conventional methods of detecting deception; application of medical science in crime investigation with emphasis on human anatomy and physiology as well as the medico-legal aspects of violent crimes and other destruction of life and also non-violent crimes such as those caused by poisoning and the like.

B. TOPIC OUTLINE

1. PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION

1.1. Ancient and modern methods of personal identification;
1.2. Dactyloscopy, Orthodontology, and Palmistry;
1.3. Identification, illustration, and comparison of fingerprint patterns and ridge characteristics;
1.4. Scientific method of recognition, development, preservation of latent prints;
1.5. Taking, classifying, and storing fingerprint records;
1.6. D.N.A. fingerprinting.

2. POLICE PHOTOGRAPHY

2.1. Kinds and historical development of photography;
2.2. Significance of photography in law enforcement and criminal investigation;
2.3. Terminologies in photography;
2.4. Basic parts and functions of a camera;
2.5. Concepts and kinds of lights, films, lenses, etc.;
2.6. Procedures in crime scene photography;
2.7. Demonstrate the basic process of developing, printing, and enlarging photographs.

3. FORENSIC BALLISTICS

3.1. Scientific study of firearms identification;
3.2. Study of ammunition, projectiles, gunpowder, printer, explosives;
3.3. Uses of laboratory equipment such as bullet comparison microscope;
3.4. Functions of the parts of firearms;
3.5. Class and individual characteristics of firearms;
3.6. Reports including illustration of firearms, slugs, empty shells, etc. for legal proceedings.

4. QUESTIONED DOCUMENTS EXAMINATIONS

4.1. Scientific methods of identification and examination of questioned documents;
4.2. Detection of forgery, falsification, and identification of documents;
4.3. Procedures in restoring and deciphering erasures and obliterations;
4.4. Use of different lights, rays, and equipment in questioned document examinations;
4.5. Selection of standards;
4.6. Examinations of questionable typewritings, computerized documents, and other forms of modern printing.

5. POLYGRAPH (LIE DETECTON)

5.1. Concepts of lie detection and interrogation;
5.2. Techniques in conducting polygraph examinations;
5.3. Polygraph machine, chart probing and charts interpretation;
5.4. Qualifications and responsibilities of the polygraph examiners
5.5. Legal implications and ethical standards in taking the lie detection examination.

6. LEGAL MEDICINE

6.1. Medical science in crime investigation;
6.2. Human anatomy and physiology;
6.3. Medico-legal aspects of physical injuries, death, abortion, poisoning, etc.
6.4. Concepts and principles in the field of forensic medicine;
6.5. Legal and moral obligations of medico-legal officer

SUBJECT 5 – CORRECTIONAL ADMINISTRATION


A. SCOPE: History and development of correctional practices, theories and philosophies; the role of corrections in the administration of criminal justice; laws and legal issuances relating to correctional administration; the management and operation of all institutional correctional systems such as the national prison and penal forms, the jails at the provincial, district and city/municipal levels relative to programs on the diagnosis, classification, handling, treatment and rehabilitation of offenders, and study of the United Nations Standards on Minimum Rules on the Treatment of Offenders. Likewise, the historical background and theories relating to non-institutional corrections such as probation, parole and other forms of executive clemency; the implementation of the Philippine Adult Probation Law, as amended, the Indeterminate Sentence Law, as amended and such other laws and legal issuances to implement executive clemency.

B. TOPIC OUTLINE

1. INSTITUTIONAL CORRECTIONS

1.1. Introduction to Corrections

1.1.1. Historical Perspective on the Development of Corrections
1.1.2. The Concept of Penology
1.1.3. Forms of Punishment: Ancient to Contemporary
1.1.4. The Development of Jails and Prisons
1.1.5. Corrections and the Criminal Justice System

1.2. Philippine Prisons and Jails: Organization, Powers and Functions

1.2.1. Bureau of Corrections

1.2.1.1. History of the National Prison System
1.2.1.2. Organization, Powers and Functions of the Bureau of Corrections

1.2.1.2.1. National Bilibid Prison
1.2.1.2.2. Penal Colonies
1.2.1.2.3. Correctional for Women

1.2.1.3. The Reception and Diagnostic Center (RDC)
1.2.1.4. Prison Admission Procedures and Classification of Inmates

1.2.2. Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)

1.2.2.1. History of Jails in the Philippines
1.2.2.2. Organization, Powers and Functions of the BJMP

1.2.2.2.1. The Bureau
1.2.2.2.2. District Jails
1.2.2.2.3. City Jails
1.2.2.2.4. Municipal Jails

1.2.2.3. Jail Admission Procedures and Classification of Inmates


1.2.3. The Provincial Jails

1.2.3.1. Organization, Powers and Functions of Provincial Jails
1.2.3.2. Supervision over Provincial Jails
1.2.3.3. Admission and Classification Procedures

1.3. Forms of Correctional Treatments in Jails and Prisons

1.3.1. The Goals of Correctional Treatment
1.3.2. Prison Programs

1.3.2.1. Prison Education
1.3.2.2. Work Programs
1.3.2.3. Religious Services
1.3.2.4. Medical and Health Services
1.3.2.5. Counseling and Case Work

1.3.3. Jail Programs

1.3.3.1. Health Service
1.3.3.2. Education and Training
1.3.3.3. Religious Services
1.3.3.4. Guidance and Counseling
1.3.3.5. Recreation and Sports Program
1.3.3.6. Visitation Services
1.3.3.7. Mail Services

1.3.4. Rights of Inmates
1.3.5. Treatment of Special Needs or Unusual Offenders

1.4. Institutional Custody, Security and Control of Inmates, Emergency Plans, Movement and Transfer of Inmates

1.4.1. Custody, Security and Control of Prisoners

1.4.1.1. Security and Control of Prisoners
1.4.1.2. Duties of Custodial Force
1.4.1.3. Inmates Counts

1.4.2. Security Procedures

1.4.2.1. During Meal Service
1.4.2.2. during Room Security
1.4.2.3. Mail Censorship
1.4.2.4. Fire Prevention

1.4.3. Emergency Plans

1.4.3.1. In case of fire or conflagration
1.4.3.2. During Riots and Violent Disturbances
1.4.3.3. In Case of Escapes or Jailbreaks

1.4.4. Movement and Transfer of Inmates

1.4.4.1. When May An Inmate Be Brought Out of Jail
1.4.4.2. Rules for the Transfer of Inmates

1.4.5. Inmate Discipline

1.4.5.1. Prohibited Acts Subject to Disciplinary Action
1.4.5.2. Board of Discipline and Its Functions
1.4.5.3. hearing of Disciplinary Cases

1.5. Penal Provisions on Corrections

1.5.1. General Laws Governing the Administration and Management of prisons and jails in the Philippines
1.5.2. Administrative Offenses of Prison/Jail Personnel
1.5.3. Criminal Liability of Jail Personnel
1.5.4. Criminal Liability of Inmates
1.5.5. Grant of Good Conduct Time Allowance (GCTA) and Special Time Allowance (STA) under the Revised Penal Code

2. NON-INSTITUTIONAL CORRECTIONS

2.1. Historical Background of Probation

2.1.1. Historical Background

2.1.1.1. Role of Probation in the Correctional System
2.1.1.2. Pioneers and Founders of Probation
2.1.1.3. History of Protection in the United States, England and the Philippines

2.1.2. Benefits and Advantages of Probation
2.1.3. Linkages of Probation with Agencies of the Criminal Justice System

2.2. The Adult Probation Law and Other Probation Laws

2.2.1. Presidential Decree No. 968, As Amended

2.2.1.1. Goal and Purposes of Probation
2.2.1.2. Definition of Terms
2.2.1.3. Grant of Probation
2.2.1.4. Post-Sentence Investigation
2.2.1.5. Form of Investigation Report
2.2.1.6. Period for Submission of Investigation Report
2.2.1.7. Criteria for Placing an Offender on Probation
2.2.1.8. Disqualified Offenders
2.2.1.9. Conditions and Effectivity of Probation
2.2.1.10. Modification of Conditions of Probation
2.2.1.11. Control and Supervision of Probation
2.2.1.12. Violation of Probation Conditions and Arrest of Probationer
2.2.1.13. Termination of Probation
2.2.1.14. Confidentiality of Records

2.2.2. The Probation and Parole Administration

2.2.2.1. Organizational Set-up
2.2.2.2. Powers and Functions
2.2.2.3. Key Positions: Their Duties and Responsibility
2.2.2.4. Probation Aides
2.2.3. Other Forms of Probation in the Philippines

2.2.3.1. Presidential Decree No. 603, As Amended
2.2.3.2. Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002
2.2.3.3. Article 12 of the Revised Penal Code
2.2.3.4. Republic Act No. 9344

2.3. Parole Investigation and Supervision

2.3.1. History of Parole and Pardons
2.3.2. Parole, Probation and Pardon Compared
2.3.3. Parole and the Indeterminate Sentence Law
2.3.4. Who is Eligible For Parole
2.3.5. The Board of Pardon and parole

2.3.5.1. Organizational Set-up
2.3.5.2. Powers and Functions

2.3.6. Parole Supervision
2.3.7. Parole Investigation
2.3.8. Closing of Parole Supervision Case

2.4. Forms of Executive Clemency

2.4.1. Minimum Conditions for Executive Clemency

2.4.1.1. Pardon

2.4.1.1.1. Absolute Pardon
2.4.1.1.2. Conditional Pardon

2.4.1.2. Amnesty
2.4.1.3. Commutation of Sentence
2.4.1.4. Reprieve
2.4.1.5. Pre-Trial Release and Division

2.5. The Future of Corrections

2.5.1. Role of the Community in Corrections

2.5.1.1. Non-Government Organizations (NGOs)
2.5.1.2. Government Organization (GOs)

2.5.2. Modified Therapeutic Community Model
2.5.3. Research in Corrections
2.5.4. Correctional Policy Studies

waaaahhh. too many to read but tnx sir for the info

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maraming salamat po sir sa mga info..nxt year pa ako mka graduate pero ngaun palang umpisahan ko na palang review sa dami ng babasahin..nyahhh!!

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Pls be informed that the 2011 Schedule of Licensure Examination for Criminologists will be on the following dates:

A. ARPIL 5, 6, & 7, 2011
Deadline of filing of application is March 16, 2011.

B. OCTOBER 22, 23, 24, 2011
Deadline of filing of application is Oct. 3, 2011.

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[strike]Pls be informed that the 2011 Schedule of Licensure Examination for Criminologists will be on the following dates:

A. ARPIL 5, 6, & 7, 2011
Deadline of filing of application is March 16, 2011.

B. OCTOBER 22, 23, 24, 2011
Deadline of filing of application is Oct. 3, 2011.

Extend this info to our colleagues.
Many thanks.

RKM Team

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UPDATE LANG, NA MOVE YONG SCHEDULE OF EXAMINATION THIS YEAR NG ONE (1) DAY AS PER PRC ADVISORY. PLS CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING AS NOW THE FINAL SCHEDULE:

A. FOR APRIL SCHEDULE, IT WILL BE ON APRIL 6, 7 & 8, 2011, DEADLINE OF FILING OF APPLICATION WILL BE ON MARCH 17, 2011

B. FOR OCTOBER SCHEDULE, IT WILL BE ON OCTOBER 22, 23 & 24, 2011. DEADLINE OF FILING OF APPLICATION WILL BE ON OCTOBER 3, 2011.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION AND DISSEMINATION.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL PASSERS OF THE RECENTLY CONCLUDED APRIL 2011 CRIM BOARD EXAMINATION..

SPECIAL MENTION TO THE TOP 10 INDIVIDUAL TOPNOCHERS..

1 HENRY JUSAY GUBALANE, JR UNIVERSITY OF MANILA 89.15
2 DAVE JAY PEREZ OLVENARIO UNIVERSITY OF CEBU 88.75
3 SHEILA LUMBICAN FABIAN UNIVERSITY OF THE CORDILLERAS 88.45
4 ROBERT JAYSON MEDIANA GATCHALIAN UNIVERSITY OF MANILA 87.95
5 ANTHONY BETARA PENID LIPA CITY COLLEGES 87.50
6 ARKHEMEDES CRUZ GARCIA UNIVERSITY OF LA SALETTESANTIAGO 87.40
7 ISMAEL VIRGIL OTOC GUNDAYA CAGAYAN DE ORO COLLEGE 87.15
8 VAN KIMBER GUMIDLI KITONG UNIVERSITY OF THE CORDILLERAS 86.65
9 SHERYLLE TABUYAN SUMALBAG ASIAN DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION COLLEGE 86.60
10 CHARLOTTE PUSTA MANATAD UNIVERSITY OF MINDANAO-DAVAO CITY 86.55

MABUHAY AND MGA BAGONG CRIMINOLOGISTS!!

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congrats to the new board passer! congrats to the topnotcher

not at the list of 10 but passer hehehehe thanks

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