Sociology 332f - The Sociology of Criminal Law and Justice

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Mount Holyoke College

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Description:

This course examines sociologically the criminal justice system that has developed to process law violators. Special attention goes to the formation of criminal codes; the purpose of penal sanction; the development and operations of the police, including corruption and brutality; the adult and juvenile court system; the prison; the prison hospital; and the future of imprisonment and crime control. Meets Social Sciences III-A requirement R. Moran Prereq. 8 credits in sociology including Sociology 231 or permission of instructor; 4 credits

Credits:

8.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtholyoke.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 538-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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