CRJ 105 - Introduction to Corrections

Institution:

Jefferson Community College

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

Introduction to Corrections is a general survey of the history, evolution, theories, and processes of modern corrections. Juvenile and adult corrections systems are examined. Topics included in this course are the legal process of sentencing, the social hierarchy of inmates, characteristics of contemporary prison populations, the roles of incarceration and community based corrections, the rights of convicted offenders, issues concerning female inmates, and juvenile offenders and the justice system. 3 cr. 3 Lec. (Per Departmental Standards Version of CRJ 105, approved by Academic Affairs on 5/17/00.)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2008 

Institution Website:

www.sunyjefferson.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 786-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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