United States criminal justice system

The United States criminal justice system is a framework designed to maintain social order and enforce laws. It consists of three main components: law enforcement, which investigates crimes and apprehends offenders; the judicial system, which conducts trials and determines guilt or innocence; and corrections, which manages convicted individuals through incarceration, probation, or parole. The system aims to ensure justice, protect public safety, and uphold individual rights. It operates under the adversarial system, where prosecutors and defense attorneys present their cases to an impartial judge or jury, fostering a balance between authority and personal liberties.