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3.00 Credits
Provides an introduction and overview of the methods, designs, and measurements used in criminal justice and criminology research. Students will learn about the application of theoretical frameworks, research designs, data collection, sampling procedures, and the methods used to measure crime. The evaluation of the quality of research performed by others will be a focus of the course. Students will be introduced to computer data analysis using SPSS. Prerequisite: MATH 150, CRMJ 150 and Junior status Course Objectives (1) Identify the methods of research used in the criminal justice system (2) Formulate a strategy for data collection and sample selection (3) Examine databases currently used in criminal justice research application (4) Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of current methods of criminal justice research (5) Write a paper or review utilizing one of the theoretical frameworks used to measure crime
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3.00 Credits
This course studies the multi-faceted nature of white-collar criminal activity. It will discuss the numerous varieties of this activity, as have been discovered over thirty plus years of investigation by law enforcement at all levels in our society. The course focus is on the proliferation of political corruption concentrating on the structural features of certain institutions that facilitate malfeasance on the part of politicians and elected officials. Prerequisite: CRMJ 150, CRMJ 361 Course Objectives (1) Identify white collar criminal activity and its origins in the US (2) Explain the difference between white collar and blue collar crime (3) Evaluate investigative strategies for dealing with fraud (4) Analyze how white collar crime and fraud affect all of society and not just the victim(s) (5) Explain how political corruption can be detected
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3.00 Credits
Comprehensive study of the basic principles of criminal evidence for law enforcement personnel. Includes analysis of the rules of evidence as well as other evidentiary and procedural requirements, focusing upon problems of relevancy, impeachment, burden of proof, and presumptions. Reviews some constitutional guidelines affecting evidence collection and admissibility. Prerequisite: CRMJ 150 and Junior or Senior division status. Course Objectives (1) Explain the basic principles of criminal evidence and the relationship to law enforcement (2) Describe the rules of evidence, procedural requirements, burden of proof and presumptions (3) Identify evidentiary and procedural requirements needed to acquire, submit, and justify evidence admissibility (4) Illustrate the chain of evidence from initial acquisition to court room submission (5) Compare and contrast Frye versus Daubert and how it affects criminal evidence
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the fundamentals of criminal investigation, crime scene search and recording, collection and preservation of evidence, scientific aids, modus operandi, sources of information, interviews and interrogation, follow-up, and case preparation. Prerequisite: CRMJ 150 Course Objectives (1) Identify the scope of a crime scene and demonstrate proper techniques in securing a crime scene (2) Interpret and evaluate the value of physical evidence (3) Illustrate how to properly categorize, label, and document collected items of evidence and show an understanding of the importance of proper preservation of evidence and chain of custody (4) Create a properly documented investigative report (5) Examine the skills sets necessary for interviewing victims and witness and the interview and interrogation of suspects
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3.00 Credits
This course covers Money laundering as described in Title 18 USC §§ 1956, 1957 and refers to the process of concealing the source of illegally obtained money. The various sophisticated methods by which money may be laundered and the investigative methods utilized to uncover those schemes are identified. Prerequisite: CRMJ 150 and Junior status Course Objectives (1) Employ a net worth investigative technique to determine income from illegal sources (2) Compare and contrast national and international banking procedures (3) Define the elements of 18 USC 1956 and U.S. Patriot Act 2001 (4) Explain the purpose and use of each of the three indirect methods of proof, as a law enforcement tool
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3.00 Credits
This course studies the multi-faceted nature of white-collar criminal activity. It will discuss the numerous varieties of this activity, as have been discovered over thirty plus years of investigation by law enforcement at all levels in our society. The course offers a broad understanding of not only the white-collar activities; but also their impact domestically and internationally on the economics of nations. Further, this course will explore not only white collar crime perpetrated by traditional criminal elements, but also by those who have been engaged in such activity that were heretofore believed to be respected corporations and businessmen. Finally, the course examines the proliferation of political corruption concentrating on the structural features of certain institutions that facilitate malfeasance on the part of politicians and elected officials.
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3.00 Credits
Provides the opportunity for the department to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by the regular courses.
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12.00 Credits
No course description available.
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3.00 Credits
Throughout most of its history, criminal justice has been principally preoccupied with crime and its control as a local phenomenon. In the 21st century, criminal justice has found it necessary to expand its concern to an international perspective. The influence of foreign subjects victimizing U.S citizens, as well as laundering illegally obtained funds in other countries, requires the student to understand the expansion of common or complex crimes transnationall. This course will be writing intensive, and will require the student to incorporate previous lessons into their writings. Prerequisite: CRMJ 150 and Senior Standing Course Objectives (1) Identify the causes of transnational criminal activity (2) Examine efforts to combat this growing threat (3) Identify the reasons for criminal proliferation on an international scale (4) Analyze current treaties and national policies to address this international problem (5) Identify the need for the INTERPOL Red Notice
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3.00 Credits
Comprehensive examination of criminal investigative responsibilities of federal law enforcement agencies in the United States. It will compare and contrast the different responsibilities and missions of the various agencies, with respect to existing criminal statutes. Prerequisite: CRMJ 150, 151, 250. Course Objectives (1) Identify numerous Federal law enforcement agencies in the US (2) Describe each of those agencies investigative responsibility and limitations (3) Analyze the structural similarities and differences of each agency (4) Define the reason(s) why each agency exists (5) Evaluate the requirement for prosecution in federal court (6) Contrast and compare the entities that are involved in the enforcement of federal law
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