LAW ENFORCEMENT IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE: A CASE ANALYSIS

Abstract

The study is a case analysis on the experiences of the law enforcement officers in the administration of justice. The respondents were 5 selected law enforcement officers from Northern Luzon, who were chosen through convenience sampling. A validated interview guide was utilized in data gathering. Data gathered were then collated, themed and analyzed. The study revealed that the perceived role of the law enforcement in the administration of justice centered on law enforcement, it involves the conduct of arrest, investigation and filing of cases. The law enforcement officer’s experience in the administration of justice is attributable to following protocols, encounter with the accused and trauma from these experiences. It is then concluded that the law enforcement officer’s perception on their role and their experiences in the administration of justice adhere to their mandates as defined by their manual. Such experiences also reflect the human nature of obedience and weakness for the trauma experienced. In the light of the conclusions, it is also recommended that the programs suggested be adapted. KEY WORDS; Law Enforcement, Administration of Justice, Live Experience