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3.00 Credits
An examination of the underlying theory and operation of the juvenile justice system. Analysis of the procedures used to process an alleged juvenile delinquent through the justice system and the impact of juvenile delinquency on the general society will be conducted. The course will also focus on the similarities and differences between the juvenile and the adult criminal justice system. (Cr: 3)
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This course focuses on an historical evaluation of the 4th, 5th, 6th, and 14th Amendments and the use of making rights prescribed under the Bill of Rights applicable to the individual states. Inherent problems are detailed as the Constitution applies to police practices, illegal search and seizure, and right to counsel. Precedents are studied for the conclusions reached. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
This multidisciplinary course explores issues and problems related to the activities of criminal justice agency officials. The influence of political, philosophical, interpersonal and organizational considerations on case handling is emphasized. Using a directed reading and analysis approach, students are introduced to leading theoretical perspectives on criminal justice agency operations and to exemplary empirical investigations of factors influencing the decisions of police, prosecutors, judges, defense attorneys and other criminal justice system officials. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
The historical and conceptual development of community corrections in the United States, including in-depth analysis of probation, parole and other non-institutional forms of correctional intervention are analyzed. Particular attention is given to the structure and function of various community correctional components such as probation, parole, diversion, halfway houses, restitution, and restorative justice programs. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Current issues related to civil liability of individuals and organizations in the criminal justice system are examined. Issues to be addressed will include legislation and case law impacting criminal justice personnel, civil litigation, ethics, and ways to prevent criminal and civil liability. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Examines issues of race, racism and ethnicity within the criminal justice system and the justice process with an emphasis on the most recent research in the field. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes CJ 100 and junior or senior status, or permission of instructor. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Examination of current theory and research regarding victims of crime. Devotes attention to concepts such as victim vulnerability and victim culpability. In addition, the course discusses the implications of a victim oriented perspective for the administration of justice and assesses current victim programs, including restitution, mediation, and compensation. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the global phenomena of workplace and school violence, how these forms of violence can be prevented, and what can be done to limit the harm and help those who have been directly or indirectly affected. These issues will be addressed using a multidisciplinary, contextual approach, drawing on theory and research from psychology, law, sociology, business, education, criminal justice, human services, history, and political science. Prerequisites & Notes An introductory social science course (PSY 100, SOC 101, POL 100, HMS 100, OR CJ 100) or permission of instructor. Crosslisted with HMS 357. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine current issues in the criminal justice field and investigate selected subjects with an emphasis on the most recent research in the field. The specific theories, subject matter and techniques to be investigated are dependent upon the topic being considered. Possible topics may include: white collar crime, terrorism, computer crime, computers and criminal justice, law and society, civil liabilities of criminal justice personnel or community corrections. Prerequisites & Notes Course may be taken for credit more than once as long as the course content is new. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Students will be exposed to the dominant theoretical methods used to explain the interplay between law and society in everyday life. Additionally, ways in which social values are incorporated within legislative and judicial decisions will be studied. Students will have the opportunity to critically analyze differing views on legal and social issues facing our society. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. (Cr: 3)
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