ECO 315 - An Economic Analysis of Crime

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CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

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3 HOURS, 3 CREDITS Crimes with economic motivations are analyzed using the Economic Th eory of Crime. Topics focus on urban problems including narcotics, illegal gambling, loan-sharking, labor racketeering and organized crime. Costs of crime and imprisonment are discussed. Strengths and weaknesses of the Economic Th eory of Crime are discussed from alternative points of view. Prerequisites: ENG 102 or ENG 201, ECO 101 or ECO 170, and junior standing or above.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jjay.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 237-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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