Discussion Board – Unit 3 Sylvester – Pretrial Procedures

Assignment Details – in 300 words or more

This week, you are continuing your study of the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments. Respond to 1 of the following questions. Support your answer with at least 1 published court case, such as a case from the U.S. Supreme Court.

• What is the search incident to arrest doctrine, and how could be it be applied? Write a fact pattern with an example of search incident to arrest. Be specific with your facts, and cite a published case in which the court discusses a search incident to an arrest.

Or

• What are exigent circumstances, and how would they excuse the need for a search warrant? Write a fact pattern with an example of exigent circumstances. Be specific with your facts, and cite a published case in which the court discusses exigent circumstances.
• Grading Rubric
  

  Assignment Criteria	Proficient Descriptor	Points
  Quality of Main Post 21 Points Total	Student’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements: • Responds completely to all of parts of discussion question. (6 points) • Communicates content information accurately and/or logically (5 points) • Delivers a thoughtful response demonstrating insights and reflections (5 points) • Connects to key content concepts and personal experiences (if applicable) (5 points)	/21 pts.
  Response to Peers 20 Points Total	Responds to a minimum of two peers. (10 points per response) o Substantive response (5 points) o Furthers the conversation with peers. Examples could include: (5 points) Provides additional resources Connects accurately to key concepts Shares personal or professional experiences Contributes new information or perspective Presents a competing viewpoint	/20 pts.
  Support from Learning Resources 4 Points Total	At least one post references course resources or library resources.	/4 pts.
  Professional Writing 5 points	Response is well-organized, clear and free of grammatical and mechanical errors. Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others.	/5 pts.
  Total	50 Points Possible	/50 pts.