CJS 3900 - Introduction to Forensic Science

Institution:

University of Detroit Mercy

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

This course studies the applications of criminal justice theory and research to deciding both civil and criminal law issues in the courtroom. Issues of foreseeability and liability created by knowledge of crime patterns, basic criminology, and established security procedures are examined. The role of the criminal justice and security professional as expert witness is discussed, both in terms of the level of professional certitude that can be attained and the ethics of advocacy as opposed to neutral expertise. (For advanced undergraduates only.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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