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3.00 Credits
An overview course regarding the criminal justice system and how it relates to the administration of justice in our complex society. Students study a survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on the role of law and those involved in its administration, i.e. police, courts, and corrections organizations which includes a study of history, organization process and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 0810 or equivalent placement test score.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the fundamentals of criminal investigation. This class is designed for students considering careers in law enforcement or criminal justice as well as for those already in the field. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the crime laboratory as an integral part of criminal investigation. Topics include an overview of the historical development of forensic sciences; descriptions and applications of various scientific techniques used in the study of crimes; the collection, preservation, and recognition of evidence; and laboratory techniques. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2130 or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students explore substantive criminal law as a formal means of social control. Students view criminal law from the perspective of criminal justice, law, anthropology, sociology, and psychology. This course is intended for both non-majors and majors in law enforcement, corrections and pre-law. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the basic individual rights protected under the United States Constitution and how these rights come into conflict with the maintenance of public order and the enforcement of the criminal laws of the United States and individual states. Topics include an overview of the criminal court system and the arena in which legal conflict is resolved, law of arrest, search and seizure, confessions, pretrial identifications, the exclusionary rule, privacy, probable cause, reasonable doubt, and those rights guaranteed by the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the basic individual rights protected under the United States Constitution and how these rights come into conflict with the maintenance of public order and the enforcement of the criminal laws of the United States and individual states. Topics include an overview of the criminal court system and the arena in which legal conflict is resolved, law of arrest, search and seizure, confessions, pretrial identifications, the exclusionary rule, privacy, probable cause, reasonable doubt, and those rights guaranteed by the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students explore the development and philosophy of the American correctional system. Topics include treatment and punishment of adults and juveniles in both community and institutionally-based alternatives. This course is designed for both nonmajors and majors in criminal justice. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students explore the history, philosophy, and legal authority of community correctional alternatives. Community corrections topics include probation, parole, fines, diversion, restitution, community treatment centers, work/study release centers, half-way houses, and other intermediate sanctions. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An introductory overview of criminal behavior and its impact on the criminal justice system. Students discover theories of criminal behavior, examination and analysis of statistics on crime, explanations of crime causation, and the relationship between crime and the criminal justice process. Prerequisite: Completion of CRMJ 2120 or SOC 1000 or consent of instructor. Cross-listed with SOC 2400 Criminology.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the system of justice for those under age 18. Topics include an analysis of the various models of the system, the decision to call the police, police discretion involving delinquents, juvenile court philosophy and process, prevention, and diversion from the juvenile justice system. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 or instructor approval.
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