CJ 379 - Ethics in Criminal Justice

Institution:

Alvernia University

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Description:

Examines challenge and conflict between professional standards of behavior and the acceptable system within the organization. Roles of Inspector General and Internal Affairs are presented. Issues concerning dual relationships, corruption, perjury, false reports, gratuities, wrongful acts, and code of silence are discussed. Civil Rights and brutality, and use of deadly force are viewed as ethical concerns. Honesty, integrity and ethical behavior in criminal justice professions are key themes in the course. Prerequisites: CJ 101, 175.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alvernia.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 796-8200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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