CJ 209 - The Criminal Justice System

Institution:

Marymount University

Subject:

Description:

An overview of the formal mechanisms of social control as manifested by the components of the criminal justice system (legislatures, law enforcement, courts, and corrections). Also examined are alternatives to formal processing including diversion, pretrial screening, and dispute settlement programs. ( 3)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marymount.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 522-5600

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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