SW 435 - Victimology

Institution:

King's College - Pennsylvania

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

This course views crime from the victim's perspective. Various types of victimization are discussed along with an analysis of the putative victim. The legal rights of the victim and the victim's relationship with the criminal justice system are explored through first person accounts and current legislation. The student leaves this course with an in-depth understanding of what it means to be a true victim, as well as the criminal justice system's responsibility to that victim. Prerequisites: SOC 101, CJ 110, or consent of the instructor. Cross-listed as CJ 435.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kings.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 208-5900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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