CJS (Criminal Justice System)

The Criminal Justice System (CJS) is a network of agencies and institutions responsible for maintaining law, order, and justice. It includes law enforcement (police), courts, and correctional facilities (jails and prisons). When someone commits a crime, police investigate, and if evidence supports charges, the case proceeds through legal processes like arraignment, trial, and sentencing. The system aims to enforce laws, ensure fair trials, and rehabilitate offenders, balancing public safety with individual rights. Overall, it functions to prevent crime, administer justice, and manage offenders within a structured legal framework.