CJ 220 - Women in Criminal Justice

Institution:

Monroe University

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Description:

3 credits This course addresses the many issues surrounding women in the Criminal Justice System: women as offenders; as victims/survivors; and as criminal justice professionals. Criminological theories and female patterns of criminal behavior, the effects of labeling on women, the criminalization of abortion, the criminalization of addiction and pregnancy, domestic violence, rape/sexual assault, stalking, and sexual harassment will be examined. The historical and current roles of women as professionals in the Criminal Justice System will be addressed. PREREQUISITE: CJ 101

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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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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