CRJ 246 - Victimology

Institution:

Broome Community College

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

The study of victims and their relationship to the offender. Course allows the students to explore various types of victims and their role in victimization. Victims examined are the elderly, inner city youth, family members, children of criminals, and the victim of violent offenders who are complete strangers. The course also examines the role of the law enforcement officer, victims advocacy groups, the function of victim impact statements, and the victims’ right to know what the prosecutor’s office is doing about their cases.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYBROOME.EDU

Phone Number:

(607) 778-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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