CJS 245 - Victimology

Institution:

Owens Community College

Subject:

Criminal Justice Sciences

Description:

Provides the historical foundation of the victims' movement, the establishment of the Victims of Crime Act, services provided by various victims' organizations and consequences of victimization to society. An overview of who in society is most likely to become a victim of crime, why some individuals are repeatedly victimized, the relation between victims and offenders, violence and victimization and the geography of victimization will also be studied.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

https://www.owens.edu

Phone Number:

(567) 661-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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