Course Outline

Course Name: Police Powers (PFP 207)

Academic Period: 2023 - 2024

Faculty:

Faculty Availability:

Associate Dean:
Nivedita Lane
nivedita.lane@humber.ca

Schedule Type Code:

Land Acknowledgement

Humber College is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. Known as Adoobiigok [A-doe-bee-goke], the “Place of the Alders” in Michi Saagiig [Mi-Chee Saw-Geeg] language, the region is uniquely situated along Humber River Watershed, which historically provided an integral connection for Anishinaabe [Ah-nish-nah-bay], Haudenosaunee [Hoeden-no-shownee], and Wendat [Wine-Dot] peoples between the Ontario Lakeshore and the Lake Simcoe/Georgian Bay regions. Now home to people of numerous nations, Adoobiigok continues to provide a vital source of interconnection for all.

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Faculty or Department	Faculty of Social & Community Services
Program(s)	Police Foundations (11071) Police Foundations - Part-time (1107E)
Course Name:	Police Powers (PFP 207)
Pre-Requisites	none
Co-Requisites	none
Pre-Requisites for	none
Equates	none
Restrictions	Must be enrolled in Postsecondary and FSCS
Credit Value	3
Total Course Hours	42

	Developed By:	Prepared By:	Approved by:
			Nivedita Lane

Humber Learning Outcomes (HLOs) in this course.

The HLOs are a cross-institutional learning outcomes strategy aimed at equipping Humber graduates with the employability skills, mindsets, and values they need to succeed in the future of work. To explore all the HLOs, please consult the Humber Learning Outcomes framework.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Systems Thinking
Indigenous Ways of Being Knowing and Doing (IWBKD)
Critical Thinking
Collaboration
Communication
Digital Fluency
Innovation
Professionalism
Strategic Problem-Solving

Course Description

This course will examine various pieces of Federal and Provincial legislation dealing with police arrest, search and seizure authorities. These powers will be critically discussed within the framework of pertinent sections of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The impact on Canadian Criminal Procedure focusing on citizen and police arrest and release authorities, including search and seizure, with and without warrant, police discretion and its implications will be discussed. This course will enable the student to critically examine the use of force within the context of existing legislation while becoming familiar with police terminology and the application of procedures required by police officers to affect arrest and release.

Course Rationale

This course will examine pertinent sections of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and their impact on Canadian criminal procedures. Citizen and police arrest and release authorities, police powers of search and seizure, with and without a warrant, and police discretion and its implications will be discussed. This course will enable you to become familiar with police terminology and apply the procedures required to effect arrest and release.

Program Outcomes Emphasized in this Course

Police Foundations (11071)

Complete all tasks in compliance with pertinent legislation, as well as policing standards, regulations and guidelines.
Analyze all relevant information and make effective and legally defensible decisions in accordance with ethical and professional standards.
Be accountable for one’s actions when carrying out all tasks.
Develop and implement ongoing effective strategies for personal and professional development.
Ensure the respect of human rights and freedoms in all interactions.
Work co-operatively in multidisciplinary teams to achieve mutual goals.
Monitor, evaluate and document behaviours, situations and events accurately and discreetly in compliance with legal, professional, ethical and organizational requirements.
Mitigate risks and maintain order by applying effective strategies in crisis, conflict and emergency situations.
Conduct investigations by collecting, documenting, preserving and presenting admissible evidence.

Police Foundations - Part-time (1107E)

Course Learning Method(s)

Problem Based Learning (PBL)
Case Based Learning
Work-integrated Learning
Simulations
Lecture

Learning Outcomes

Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards.
Apply the correct arrest authority based on common offences and their classifications
Explain the process for laying a criminal information and the obligation of the police and crown to disclose all evidence.
Identify legal and evidentiary variables that influence a decision to search and seize evidence.
Apply legislative and Charter case law authories governing search and seizure.
Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the law enforcement officer at each level of the interim release process from the perspective of the arresting officer, officer-in-charge, Justice of the Peace, and Superior Court Judge.
Describe the legal consequences of illegal searches and the improper use of police authorities.
Interpret the process for interim release identifying criteria for release.
Choose criteria used to determine appropriate interim release authorities for a variety of offences and offender profiles.

Assessment Weighting

Assessment	Weight
Final Exam	30%
Quiz	20%
In-class Activity	25%
Midterm Exam	25%
Total	100%

Modules of Study

Module	Course Learning Outcomes	Resources	Assessments
Introduction / Orientation Classification of Offences	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Explain the process for laying a criminal information and the obligation of the police and crown to disclose all evidence. Apply legislative and Charter case law authories governing search and seizure. Choose criteria used to determine appropriate interim release authorities for a variety of offences and offender profiles.	Criminal Code Charter of Rights and Freedoms Chapter 1 - Text	Mid-term exam (Individual, on-campus) Quiz (Individual, on-campus) Final Word Review - Kahoot Case Study
Criminal Code Offences Classification of Offences	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Apply the correct arrest authority based on common offences and their classifications Identify legal and evidentiary variables that influence a decision to search and seize evidence. Interpret the process for interim release identifying criteria for release.	Criminal Code Chapter 3 - text	Mid-term exam (Individual, on-campus) Quiz (Individual, on-campus) Review - Kahoot Review - Mentimeter Case Study
Powers of Arrest: Police with and without a warrant Civilian powers	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Apply the correct arrest authority based on common offences and their classifications Explain the process for laying a criminal information and the obligation of the police and crown to disclose all evidence. Identify legal and evidentiary variables that influence a decision to search and seize evidence. Apply legislative and Charter case law authories governing search and seizure. Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the law enforcement officer at each level of the interim release process from the perspective of the arresting officer, officer-in-charge, Justice of the Peace, and Superior Court Judge. Describe the legal consequences of illegal searches and the improper use of police authorities. Interpret the process for interim release identifying criteria for release.	Criminal Code Text - Chapters 4, 8	Mid-term exam (Individual, on-campus) Quiz (Individual, on-campus) Final Exam (Individual, on-campus) Muddiest Point Review - Kahoot Case Study
Search and Seizure: With and without a warrant Consent searches Effects of illegal searches	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Explain the process for laying a criminal information and the obligation of the police and crown to disclose all evidence. Identify legal and evidentiary variables that influence a decision to search and seize evidence. Apply legislative and Charter case law authories governing search and seizure.	Charter of Rights and Freedoms Criminal Code Text - Chapter 9	Mid-term exam (Individual, on-campus) Quiz (Individual, on-campus) Final Word Review - Kahoot Case Study
Investigative Detention Assignment - Independent Study	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Apply the correct arrest authority based on common offences and their classifications Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the law enforcement officer at each level of the interim release process from the perspective of the arresting officer, officer-in-charge, Justice of the Peace, and Superior Court Judge.	Charter of Rights and Freedoms	Quiz (Individual, on-campus) In-class activity (Group, on-campus) Final Exam (Individual, on-campus) Final Word Review - Kahoot Case Study
Ethics in Policing - Police Policy and Accountability	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Apply the correct arrest authority based on common offences and their classifications Explain the process for laying a criminal information and the obligation of the police and crown to disclose all evidence. Identify legal and evidentiary variables that influence a decision to search and seize evidence. Apply legislative and Charter case law authories governing search and seizure. Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the law enforcement officer at each level of the interim release process from the perspective of the arresting officer, officer-in-charge, Justice of the Peace, and Superior Court Judge. Describe the legal consequences of illegal searches and the improper use of police authorities. Interpret the process for interim release identifying criteria for release. Choose criteria used to determine appropriate interim release authorities for a variety of offences and offender profiles.	Police Services Act Charter of Rights and Freedoms	Quiz (Individual, on-campus) In-class activity (Group, on-campus) Final Exam (Individual, on-campus) Final Word Review - Kahoot Case Study
Interim Release from Custody: Releases / Show Cause Hearing and Laying an information	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the law enforcement officer at each level of the interim release process from the perspective of the arresting officer, officer-in-charge, Justice of the Peace, and Superior Court Judge. Describe the legal consequences of illegal searches and the improper use of police authorities. Interpret the process for interim release identifying criteria for release. Choose criteria used to determine appropriate interim release authorities for a variety of offences and offender profiles.	Bill C75 Criminal Code	Quiz (Individual, on-campus) In-class activity (Group, on-campus) Final Exam (Individual, on-campus) Final Word Muddiest Point Review - Kahoot Case Study
Crown Briefs/Disclosure/McNeil Applications	Derive a course of action that complies with relevant law and legislation and professional and ethical standards. Choose criteria used to determine appropriate interim release authorities for a variety of offences and offender profiles.	Regina v. McNeil	Final Exam (Individual, on-campus) Review - Kahoot Case Study

Required Resources

Name
Moorcroft, B., Page, H., Reilly, C.; (2020) Police Powers, Second Edition, Toronto. Emond Publishing. ISBN 978-1-7725-514-1

Supplemental Resources

Name
An e-Reserve reading list will be available on Blackboard for this course. The e-Reserve reading list will include links from various legislative and case law websites as well as news articles and videos of significant public interest.
Martin’s Annual Criminal Code – Current Edition

Additional Tools and Equipment

Mobile Simlab - for interactive scenarios(optional)
Simulation house - to conduct interactive case studies(optional)

Essential Skills

Section	Skills	Measurement	Details
Communication	Reading Writing Speaking Listening Presenting	Teach and measure	Lectures, Case Studies, Scenario Practical work - group and individual, Class Discussion Formative: In-class Practicals Summative: Assignment
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving	Analysing Synthesizing Evaluating Decision-Making Creative and Innovative Thinking	Reinforce and measure	Lecture, Case Studies, Scenario based practical assignments - group and individual Formative: Daily review/ Practical application Summative: Quizzes, Exams, Assignment
Information Management	Gathering and managing information Selecting and using appropriate tools and technology for a task or project Computer literacy Internet skills	Reinforce and measure	Lecture, Case Studies, Scenario based practical assignments - group and individual Formative: Daily Reviews/ Practical Scenario Applications Summative: Assignment
Interpersonal Skills	Teamwork Relationship management Conflict resolution Leadership	Reinforce and measure	Lecture, Case Studies, Scenario based practical assignments - group and individual Formative: In-class debate and discussion, Practical Scenario applications - Group and Individual Summative: Assignment
Personal Skills	Managing self Managing change and being flexible and adaptable Engaging in reflective practice Demonstrating personal responsibility	Reinforce and measure	Lecture, Case Studies, Scenario based practical assignments - group and individual Formative: Practical Scenario - practicing learned skill sets - group and individual Summative: Assignment, quizzes, exams

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is the formal evaluation and credit-granting process whereby candidates may obtain credits for prior learning. Prior learning includes the knowledge competencies and skills acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside of post-secondary education. Candidates may have their knowledge, skills and competencies evaluated against the learning outcomes as defined in the course outline. Please review the Assessment Methods Glossary for more information on the Learning Portfolio assessment methods identified below.

The method(s) that are used to assess prior learning for this course may include:

Challenge Exam (results recorded as a % grade and added to student’s CGPA)
Learning Portfolio (results reflected as SAT and not added to student’s CGPA)
Ontario Police College Credential, RCMP Certification Credential.

Please contact the Program Coordinator for more details.

Academic Regulations

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Accessible Learning Services

Humber strives to create a welcoming environment for all students where equity, diversity and inclusion are paramount. Accessible Learning Services facilitates equal access for students with disabilities by coordinating academic accommodations and services. Staff in Accessible Learning Services are available by appointment to assess specific needs, provide referrals and arrange appropriate accommodations. If you require academic accommodations, contact:

Accessible Learning Services

North Campus: (416) 675-6622 X5090

Lakeshore Campus: (416) 675-6622 X3331

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is essentially honesty in all academic endeavors. Academic integrity requires that students avoid all forms of academic misconduct or dishonesty, including plagiarism, cheating on tests or exams or any misrepresentation of academic accomplishment.

Disclaimer

While every effort is made by the professor/faculty to cover all material listed in the outline, the order, content, and/or evaluation may change in the event of special circumstances (e.g. time constraints due to inclement weather, sickness, college closure, technology/equipment problems or changes, etc.). In any such case, students will be given appropriate notification in writing, with approval from the Senior Dean (or designate) of the Faculty.

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See the Humber Libraries website for additional information regarding copyright and for details on allowable limits.

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