JADM 3520 - Drug Abuse and Justice

Institution:

Hawaii Pacific University

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Description:

The study of the policies and practices of the judicial system relating to the pressing social problem of drug abuse. The course presents a historical perspective of drug and substance abuse in the U.S. and an examination of the community's response to this problem. Students become acquainted with new civil penalties calling for the forfeiture of property, and with the use of non-criminal treatment programs for drug abuse. Pre: WRI 1200 and any introductory sociology course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hpu.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 544-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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