Address the following in 600–900 words:

• Describe the 3 branches of the U.S. federal government.
  • Explain the role of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
  • Why are there three branches of government? Explain.
  • What is the purpose of the concept separation of powers? Explain.
  • What is federalism? Explain.
    • How does this impact the criminal justice system? Explain.
• With regard to the criminal justice system, explain the roles of the following primary components:
  • Law enforcement
  • Criminal courts
  • Civil courts
  • Corrections
• Explain the role of each component. Explain how each component is both interdependent and independent.
• What are the similarities and differences between the federal and state criminal court systems? Explain.