INTRODUCTION
It is important for learners to know the basics of criminal procedure. The said basics demonstrate the understanding of who a suspect is, an accused and all the way to trial before a competent court. Learners will be given an opportunity to know the Jurisdiction of courts when it comes to criminal matters and trial. The course will also enlighten on selected laws establishing offences in Zambia.
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of this module are:
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module you should be able to:
UNIT I – APPREHENSION AND ARREST
UNIT 2 – ARREST AND HANDCUFFING
UNIT 3 – THE CRIMINAL PROCEDURE CODE CHAPTER 88 OF THE LAWS OF ZAMBIA
UNIT 4 – LAWS ESTABLISHING CRIMES
UNIT 5 – ACCUSED PERSON
UNIT 6 – JUVENILE OFFENDER
UNIT 7 – CRIMINAL CHARGE
UNIT 8 – CRIMINAL COURTS IN ZAMBIA
UNIT 9 – CRIMINAL TRIAL IN THE SUBORDINATE COURT
UNIT 10 – CRIMINAL TRIALS IN THE HIGH COURT
UNIT 11 – COMMON PUBLIC OFFENCES IN ZAMBIA
UNIT 12 – CONTEMPT OF COURT
RECOMMENDED READING
John Hachard And Muna Ndulo (1982) A Case Book On Criminal Law. Government Printers, Lusaka
The Journal of Criminal Law. Vol XXXII. Walkden House, Melton Street. Euston London.
Butler Fitzwater T.R and Mitchell Stephen (1973) Archbold, Pleading, Evidence & Practice in Criminal Cases. Sweet & Maxwell. London
Swarbrick Eric. J (1993) Magistrate Handbook. 6th Edition. Republic of Zambia.
STATUTES OF PARLIAMENT
The Penal Code Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia, the Criminal Procedure Code Chapter 88 of the Laws of Zambia, The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act Chapter 96 of the Laws of Zambia, The Prohibition and Prevention of Money laundering (Amendment) Act No. 44 of 2010 of the Laws of Zambia and The Forfeiture of Proceeds of Crimes Act No. 19 of 2010 of the Laws of Zambia.