Law/Public Safety Flashcard

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A healthcare provider who gives emergency medical care to patients before they reach a hospital.

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Emergency Medical Technician

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A person trained to extinguish fires and rescue people and animals from dangerous situations.

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firefighter

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A person who supervises offenders who have been placed on probation instead of serving time in prison.

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probation officer

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A person trained in legal matters who assists lawyers in their work but is not qualified to practice law.

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paralegal

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The application of scientific methods and techniques to investigate crimes, including collecting and analyzing evidence.

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forensics

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The first person to arrive at the scene of an emergency, such as a police officer, firefighter, or EMT.

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first responder

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A professional who examines crime scenes to collect, preserve, and analyze physical evidence.

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crime scene investigator

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Moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity, especially important in law and public safety careers.

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ethics

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The welfare and protection of the general public, typically ensured by law enforcement and emergency services

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public safety

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The system by which certain members of society are authorized to maintain public order and enforce the law (e.g., police officers, detectives).

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law enforcement