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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
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3.00 Credits
This course offers a broad examination of the American system of criminal justice. The development and contemporary functions of the three subsystems (law enforcement, judicial system and correctional system) are analyzed. This course provides the foundation for further Criminal Justice studies. Offered fall and spring. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers a criminological perspective of a particular social institution or process. Topics could include cybercrime, white collar crime, gang behavior, social psychology of crime, or other topics in the ?eld. Offered upon suf?cient enrollment. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Students examine historical and contemporary theories of crime causation. Topics include competing theories, specialized theories (juvenile crime or gender differences in crime), and different theoretical perspectives (micro vs. macro). Prerequisites: SOC 215 and CRM 210. Offered fall. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the major social and social-psychological perspectives on punishment and behavioral change. Topics include historical and contemporary philosophies of punishment and rehabilitation: capital punishment, prisons, probation and parole, rehabilitation programs, community corrections, restorative justice, and contemporary experimental approaches to corrections. Prerequisites: CRM 210 and SOC 215. Offered spring. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the relationship between the victim of crime and its perpetrator; critically exploring the arguments surrounding victim precipitation and facilitation from both a contemporary and historical perspective. Students will examine the representation and treatment of victims within both the criminal justice system and popular media. Topics include the analysis of victims of such acts as human trafficking, school shootings, terrorism, homicide, gang violence, hate crimes, wrongful convictions, and natural diasters.Prerequisites: CRM 210 or SOC 215. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of criminal procedure and criminal evidence rules in the United States. Topics include trial procedures, examination of witnesses, real/physical evidence, circumstantial evidence, hearsay evidence and exceptions, privileged communications, declarations against interests and judicial notice. In addition, the course will consider the constitutional issues of arrest, search and seizure, interrogation and confession, self- incrimination and right to counsel. Prerequisites: CRM 210 or SOC 215. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course is a general overview of the development and application of substantive criminal law within our society. Prerequisites: SOC 215 and CRM 210 Offered spring. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a general orientation to the field of juvenile delinquency. The major theories of delinquency among youth will be presented and critically examined in connection with U.S. trends in juvenile delinquency. Students will learn about the history, philosophical objectives and current operation of the juvenile justice system. The future of delinquency prevention and treatment also will be explored. Prerequiste: SOC 215 or CRM 210. Offered fall. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course reviews the fundamental purpose and role of law enforcement agencies in American society. Primary attention is given to the relationship between the formal organization of policing and community security. The practical investigative and patrol operations of policing at both local and federal levels will be explored, along with a discussion of the unique cultural aspects of police organizations. Prerequisite: SOC 215 and CRM 210. Offered fall. 3 credits
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