CRJS 103 - Juvenile Justice System

Institution:

University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

Subject:

Description:

A study of the juvenile justice system, with particular emphasis on New Mexico; history of the juvenile court; juvenile court practices and procedures; neglect; dependency and delinquency; jurisdiction of the court; and the roles of the police officer, the juvenile correctional officer, social service worker and other human service workers in the juvenile justice system. This course will also explore alternative juvenile justice programs that have proven successful around the country.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

taos.unm.edu/index.html

Phone Number:

(575) 737-6200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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