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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores the nature and process of criminal investigation. It will include a theoretical framework as well as the practical application of techniques employed to conduct a competent investigation. The role of the investigator as first responder, the collection of evidence, note taking and report writing, and the gathering of information from witnesses, victims and suspects will be explored. The organization of investigative findings, court preparation and testifying in criminal trials will be examined. The public information role of investigators will also be discussed. 3 credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores the nature and process of crime scene investigation. It will include both a theoretical framework as well as the practical application of techniques employed to conduct a successful investigation. The role of the investigator as first responder, the collection of evidence, note taking and report writing, and the gathering of information from witnesses, victims and suspects will be explored. The organization of investigative findings, court preparation and testifying in criminal trials will also be examined. The public information role of investigators will also be discussed. 3 credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An in-depth analysis of the nature and extent of organized criminal behavior in the United States. The course will explore the history and development of this criminal network which has been woven into the fabric of our society. The orientation of the course is to separate fact from fiction and myth and to present an up to date account of the involvement of organized crime in both illegal and legal enterprises. Strategies to restrict and control their influence as well as possible future areas of criminality will be discussed. 3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    An in-depth analysis of the nature and extent of organized criminal behavior in the United States. The course will explore the history and development of the criminal networks which have been woven into the fabric of our society. The orientation of the course is to separate fact from fiction and myth and to present an up to date account of the involvement of organized crime in both illegal and legal enterprises. Strategies to restrict and control their influence as well as possible future areas of criminality will be discussed. 3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    An analysis of criminal justice systems cross-culturally. The course will examine the organizational structure and application of criminal justice techniques globally. While concentration will center on countries with comparable systems to ours, i.e. Great Britain, Western Europe, etc., selected examination will also include the operation of criminal justice in authoritarian, third world, and emerging nations. The role of culture and custom, political and religious ideologies will be included.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An analysis of criminal justice systems cross-culturally. The course will examine the organizational structure and application of criminal justice techniques globally. While concentration will center on countries with comparable systems to ours, i.e., Great Britain, Western Europe, etc. Selected examination will also include the operation of criminal justice in authoritarian, third world and emerging nations. The role of culture and custom, political and religious ideologies will be included. 3 credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An examination of the criminal justice system as it deals with the victim. Included is an analysis of the types of victimization, unwilling and willing participants and the offender as victim. Also to be explored is the concept of group victimization; the larger society and subcultures. The social, legal and psychological impact of victimization, victim's rights and services, compensation and techniques of victim avoidance will be examined. The role of the victim in the criminal justice process; impact statements, participation in plea-bargaining and sentencing will be discussed. 3 credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An examination of the criminal justice system as it deals with the victim. Included is an analysis of the types of victimization, unwilling and willing, participant and the offender as victim. Also to be explored is the concept of group victimization; the larger society and subcultures. The social, legal and psychological impact of victimization, victim’s rights and services, compensation and techniques of victim avoidance will be examined. The role of the victim in the criminal justice process; impact statements, participation in plea-bargaining and sentencing will be discussed. 3 credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will analyze the concepts of political criminality and terrorism. It will cover both the international and domestic activities of those who use terror as a political weapon. Included will be an examination of radical terrorist groups from both left and right. State-sponsored terrorism death squads, citizen subjugation and genocide will also be explored. Homegrown activities within our society are included with a goal toward developing strategies for prevention and control. 3 credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will analyze the concepts of political criminality and terrorism. It will cover both the international and domestic activities of those who use terror as a political weapon. Included will be an examination of radical terrorist groups from both left and right. State-sponsored terrorism death squads, citizen subjugation and genocide will also be explored. Homegrown activities within our society are included with a goal toward developing strategies for prevention and control. 3 credits.
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