SOC 261 - Crime and Justice

Institution:

Spokane Community College

Subject:

Description:

Explores the phenomenon of crime; considers its causes, theories of prevention and the institutional means employed to combat it, including police, courts and corrections. Crime is interpreted as an American paradox; it is feared and deplored, yet persists and grows. The course examines that paradox by focusing on cultural contradiction in American society regarding crime, justice and punishment. (SCC, SFCC)

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.scc.spokane.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 533-8020

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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