CJ 320 - Diversity in The Criminal Justice System

Institution:

Monroe University

Subject:

Description:

3 credits This course examines current issues of race, gender, social class, sexual orientation, and religion as they affect the Criminal Justice System. The myths and realities of criminality and victimization will be addressed, as well as the impact of these issues on the internal structure and operational practices of the System, with special emphasis on the police and the correctional services. Specific types of disparity will be identified and analyzed, and remedies to the problems of internal and external bias and discrimination will be considered. PREREQUISITE: CJ-101

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.monroecollege.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 933-6700

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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