50-504-704Corrections Law, Rules, Regulations and Codes
Course Information
Description
Apprentices will be introduced to administrative rules and regulations pertaining to the Department of Corrections and correctional institutions.  In addition, legal issues for corrections officers are discussed.  The Prison Rape Elimination Act is also examined.  Various Wisconsin State Statutes, administrative codes and standards are reviewed including DOC 302, 303, 306, 309, 310, 311, and 325.
Total Credits
0.5
Course Competencies
  1. Describe the purpose and intent of Department of Corrections Administrative Codes
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Objective Test
    Criteria
    70% is required to successfully complete the program

  2. Examine DOC 303 rules and chapters relating to disciplinary procedures
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Objective Test
    Criteria
    70% is required to successfully complete the program

  3. Explore legal issues related to the roles and responsibilities of corrections officers
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Objective Test
    Criteria
    70% is required to successfully complete the program

  4. Summarize the Prison Rape Elimination Act and problems associated with sexual assaults in prisons
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Objective Test
    Criteria
    70% is required to successfully complete the program