SY 4086 - Comparative Criminal Justice

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

The course illuminates the similarities and differences of criminal justice systems in the international community. Study of criminal law, criminal punishment, crime prevention and criminal justice agencies in selected countries of special interest to researchers and analysts, including: The Soviet Union, China, Iran, and England. A Committee for State Security (KGB) vs. the American FBI; People's Mediation Committee vs. American Courts of Original Jurisdiction; Natural Law vs. Statutory Law; Judges Rules and Administrative Directions vs. the American Exclusionary Rule. An examination of the United Nations Committee on Crime Prevention and Control and the International Police Association (INTERPOL). Unresolved issues in transnational studies: data on crime rates, standard offense classifications, and agency reporting practices. Offered every other year. Prerequisite: A.S. Degree in Criminal Justice

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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