fandomhigh | Advanced Criminal Justice, Class 18, Period 1, 03.16.06

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Advanced Criminal Justice, Class 18, Period 1, 03.16.06

[OOC: It will be difficult to play while at work today due to moving to a new office down the hall and therefore not being at the computer. Or even, perhaps, having my computer set up for a portion of the day. Therefore, I have help today! Class Info Post.]

"Hello, class!" Tick said from behind his desk. Lockheed was on his normal shelf. "Today we have a special guest: Constable Benton Fraser, Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Fandom High Security. He will be speaking of his experiences and views on Justice. So please, have some coffee," Tick motioned to the cups on his desk, "and give Constable Fraser your full attention."

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Fraser speaks!

Fraser smiles and steps to the front of the room. Yes, he's in uniform and yes, the hat is on. He nods politely at Lockheed. "Good morning, sir."

Turning towards the class, he starts his lecture. "Professor Tick is correct in saying that I am a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The RCMP is both the federal police force and national police of Canada. The RCMP enforces certain federal laws. It also contracts with Canada's three territories and eight of its provinces to serve as their provincial or territorial police. The RCMP is basically similar to the police forces established here in the United States save for differences in uniform, of course, and other differences in the structure of our law enforcement agencies."

He takes a breath. "Your professor asked me to talk about my views on justice. And, as evidenced by my choice of career, you can see I'm pro justice," he says, attempting a joke. "Criminal should be punished. The punishment should absolutely fit the crime. Operating under the laws of the RCMP, I'm committed to bringing dangerous criminals to justice and my belief is that the judicial system is also committed to seeing that the criminal is punished in accordance with their crime."

This time, he crosses his arms over his chest. "Sometimes, criminals escape justice whether it be through law enforcement error or acquittal in the court systems. And yes, that is not the outcome I hope for. Justice does catch up with everyone sooner or later."

Parker smiles as welcomingly as she can, and folds her hands on her desk. "Hiiiii, Constable Fraser. Welcome to ACJ.

"Given what you've said about justice being the ultimately hoped-for outcome, and a discussion we had in here on Tuesday, what are you feelings on vigilantes, sir? Can you give us an specific instance where it was either helpful, or crossed a line?"

Then she added, just to see if Cam would catch it and freak out, "Oh, and is there any way to acquire an RCMP uniform if you're not a serving member of the force?"

"Good morning, Miss Parker," Fraser returns. "Vigilantes are that gray line that is often hard to define. As a member of the RCMP, I would prefer to be the one detaining criminals since I've had the proper training. That is not to say that vigilantes do not have the proper training. I'm saying that if I were to use force against a suspect in self defense, it would be viewed differently then if a vigilante used force on the same suspect. Most likely, the vigilante would have the best interest in mind but certain authorities may not see it in such a light. On the purely personal side, I honestly understand why people become vigilantes especially if the law doesn't seem to be working."

"As for your second question, I'm uncertain. I'd have to check," he says with a smile.

"Thank you, Constable." Parker looked thoughtful. "It's a point I hadn't considered." Then she grinned. "If you'll let me know about the uniform, I'd really appreciate it."

Cameron gaped at Parker. Then wondered how he'd look with a Mountie hat on.

Parker gave him an evil, evil grin.

Not reassuring. Cameron squirmed in his seat.

"How can you be so sure about that," Sam asked, "when you spend so much of your time watching things not work out in the best interests of Justice?"

"I wouldn't say I spend much of my time watching things not work out," Fraser says. "Justice, the law enforcement and judicial systems do not always work. Being who I am though, I've put my faith in that system and it rarely lets me down."

"But don't you just get tired? There's always more criminals out there."

"And there are always more victims out there that need my help," Fraser points out. "I do get tired. But, when I'm in a position where I can help someone who needs help, that tends to alleviate the feelings of exhaustion."

"How do you deal with the pressure? People look up to you and expect you to be able to help them. What happens on those occasions when you can't?"

"I try not to think about being overwhelmed with pressure first and foremost," Fraser explains. "And then, when it does happen, I leave it at home. When you bring that work, it affects your overall performance of your job. In law enforcement, that is a potentially dangerous thing. When you're off the job, then you deal with the stress and pressure. I usually work off both in physically exerting ways."

Sam was nodding in agreement. "What if there is no 'off the job'?"

"There's always an off the job even if there isn't. A gymnasium can be beneficial for both the body and the mind. Talking also helps. And yes, some people find talking difficult. So, talk to yourself in the mirror. Talk to a plant. The important thing is to not bottle up those feelings of stress and pressure. They're liable to explode at the most inopportune time."

"Tell me about it," Sam muttered quietly, glancing quickly at Janet. She hadn't been to the gym in a while. Or maybe she'd just buy a couple of plants.

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