CJ 217 - Restorative Justice C

Institution:

Mohawk Valley Community College

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Description:

This course introduces the theory and practice of resolving interpersonal and group conflict through nonviolent means. Religious, humanist, and feminist peacemaking traditions are among the theoretical perspectives addressed.Critical criminology, as it identifies problems in conventional criminal justice problem solving, is stressed.Arbitration,mediation, conflict intervention, and community- based initiatives for resolving disputes are studied. It considers ways in which employees of the criminal justice system can use the principles of restorative justice in their work.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mvcc.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 792-5400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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