This model has a stronger focus on the protection of the rights of the individual, especially the accused, against the overwhelming strength of the government. Sees the criminal justice system as an obstacle course that places greater constraints on the police, courts, and corrections.

a
Consensus model
b
Conflict model
c
Due Process model
d
Crime control model

1 answer

The model you are describing is the Due Process model (option c). This model emphasizes the protection of individual rights and seeks to ensure that the legal procedures in the criminal justice system safeguard against governmental overreach, particularly concerning the rights of the accused.