LAW405 Criminal Procedure Law I
LAW405 Criminal Procedure Law I
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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Law
Ena Kazić - Çakar
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This is a required course designed to expose students to the fundamentals of criminal procedure law, including an introduction to the legal system; parties involved in criminal procedure (e.g., victims, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges); constitutional aspects of criminal procedure; searches, seizures, and arrests; interrogation and other law enforcement practices; the pretrial process; trial; and sentencing and appeal.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
1. Krivično procesno pravo I (Krivičnoprocesne radnje i krivičnoprocesni subjekti), Sijerčič-Čolić, Hajrija. Pravni fakultet Univerziteta u Sarajevu, 2008, or 2.Criminal Law and Procedure. Hall. D. E. Delmar Cengage Learning, 2014 (alternative);
Additional Literature
1. Code of Criminal Procedure of Bosnia and Herzegovina; 2. Additional: Materials provided by the lecturerTeaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Individual assignments
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Criminal Procedure Law, Definition, Relation to other branches of Law | Hall Pp. 248-287/Colic Pp. 17-28 |
| 2 | Models of criminal procedure. Sources of Criminal Procedure Law. Object of Criminal Procedure. | Hall Pp. 286-302/Colic Pp. 31-65, 209-215 |
| 3 | Main principles of Criminal Procedure | Colic Pp. 65-121 |
| 4 | Subjects of Criminal Procedure. The position and role of Court. | Hall Pp. 287-295/Colic Pp.121-159 |
| 5 | Subjects of Criminal Procedure: The position and role of Prosecutor | Colic Pp. 161-173 and additional materials provided by lecturer. |
| 6 | Subjects of Criminal Procdure: The position and role of deffendant. Witness Preparations for Mid-term Exam | Colic Pp. 161-173, 291-321 and additional materials provided by lecturer. |
| 7 | Measures for ensurement of attendance of offendant/acussed in criminal procedure | Colic Pp. 215-237, Hall 373-388 |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 9 | Decisions and facts in Criminal Proceedings. Actions and measures in taking of evidence: Search of a dwelling and persons, Temporary seizure of objects and assets. | Colic, Pp. 247-291/Hall 341-373 |
| 10 | Actions and measures in taking of evidence: search, reconstructions, experts testimony | Colic, Pp.321-343/Hall 425-435 |
| 11 | Special investigatory actions. Quiz* | Colic, Pp. 343-357/ Hall 405-435 |
| 12 | Criminal Procedure Law from practical approach: Visit to the State Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina*** | |
| 13 | Restorative justice versus traditional concept of Criminal procedure. | Materials provided by lecturer |
| 14 | Discussion on Movie Projection | |
| 15 | Review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAW405.1 | Course | Wednesday 09:00 - 11:50 | A F1.11 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F2.18 | |
| Wednesday | 13:00 - 14:30 | A F2.18 | |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F2.18 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Quizz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Term Project and Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Assignments
10 hours ⏳ (1 week × 10 h)
Active Tutorials
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Home Study
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
In-term Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Final Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Term Project / Presentation
12 hours ⏳ (1 week × 12 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [LAW405] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Sep 09, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| LAW405 | Criminal Procedure Law I | 2 | 1 | 4 | Wed 09:00-11:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | LAW408 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Ena Kazić - Çakar | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 10:00-12:00 Wednesday: 13:30-14:30 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| ekazic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | ekazic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | This is a required course designed to expose students to the fundamentals of criminal procedure law, including an introduction to the legal system; parties involved in criminal procedure (e.g., victims, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges); constitutional aspects of criminal procedure; searches, seizures, and arrests; interrogation and other law enforcement practices; the pretrial process; trial; and sentencing and appeal. |
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| Textbook | 1. Krivično procesno pravo I (Krivičnoprocesne radnje i krivičnoprocesni subjekti), Sijerčič-Čolić, Hajrija. Pravni fakultet Univerziteta u Sarajevu, 2008, or 2.Criminal Law and Procedure. Hall. D. E. Delmar Cengage Learning, 2014 (alternative); | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Individual assignments. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to Criminal Procedure Law, Definition, Relation to other branches of Law | Hall Pp. 248-287/Colic Pp. 17-28 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Models of criminal procedure. Sources of Criminal Procedure Law. Object of Criminal Procedure. | Hall Pp. 286-302/Colic Pp. 31-65, 209-215 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Main principles of Criminal Procedure | Colic Pp. 65-121 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Subjects of Criminal Procedure. The position and role of Court. | Hall Pp. 287-295/Colic Pp.121-159 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Subjects of Criminal Procedure: The position and role of Prosecutor | Colic Pp. 161-173 and additional materials provided by lecturer. | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Subjects of Criminal Procdure: The position and role of deffendant. Witness Preparations for Mid-term Exam | Colic Pp. 161-173, 291-321 and additional materials provided by lecturer. | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Measures for ensurement of attendance of offendant/acussed in criminal procedure | Colic Pp. 215-237, Hall 373-388 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Decisions and facts in Criminal Proceedings. Actions and measures in taking of evidence: Search of a dwelling and persons, Temporary seizure of objects and assets. | Colic, Pp. 247-291/Hall 341-373 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Actions and measures in taking of evidence: search, reconstructions, experts testimony | Colic, Pp.321-343/Hall 425-435 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Special investigatory actions. Quiz* | Colic, Pp. 343-357/ Hall 405-435 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Criminal Procedure Law from practical approach: Visit to the State Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina*** | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Restorative justice versus traditional concept of Criminal procedure. | Materials provided by lecturer | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Discussion on Movie Projection | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Quizz | 1 | 10 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Term Project and Presentation | 1 | 10 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 2 | 15 | 30 | Assignments | 10 | 1 | 10 | |||
| Active Tutorials | 1 | 15 | 15 | Home Study | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 15 | 1 | 15 | Final Exam Study | 15 | 1 | 15 | |||
| Term Project / Presentation | 12 | 1 | 12 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 28/09/2025 | |||||||||