Respond to the stated question, including any relevance to and implications on the field of criminal justice. Be sure to discuss the issue(s) to which the question pertains. Remarks can include your opinion(s), but must be based on experience, research, and/or prior learning. Use this exercise to foster a rich dialogue with your colleagues about issues that are important to the field of criminal justice. Each question is to be answered no less than 200 words.

1.       The authors discuss how “a search warrant must be issued by a neutral judicial officer.” Why do you think that the issuance of a search warrant must be completed by a “neutral judicial official”? Who and what is a “neutral judicial official?” Include in your response how Saint Leo’s core value of integrity plays a role in these issue.

Note:Saint Leo’s core value of integrity:

The commitment of Saint Leo University to excellence demands that its members live its mission and deliver on its promise. The faculty, staff, and students pledge to be honest, just, and consistent in word and deed.

2.      By definition, is homicide illegal? Explain the difference between first degree murder, second degree, and third degree murder. Include in your response how it relates to Saint Leo’s core value of integrity.

Note:Saint Leo’s core value of integrity:

The commitment of Saint Leo University to excellence demands that its members live its mission and deliver on its promise. The faculty, staff, and students pledge to be honest, just,

and consistent in word and deed.