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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: None) This course is an introduction to the judicial process, with analysis and evaluation of the main institutions and consideration affecting the administration of justice in the United States. Uses a comparative approach, but emphasizes the American state, local, and federal judicial systems.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: None) Development, organization, operation and result of systems of probation and parole as substitutions for incarceration; methods of selection, prediction scales, dynamics of parolees' readjustment after incarceration, comparison of rules and supervision methods.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: None) This course is a survey of contemporary correctional treatment techniques and procedures, the purpose and functions of correctional institutions, and the history and theory of corrections. Methods of social rehabilitation in treating correctional clients, role of the social worker in a correctional setting, career opportunities in corrections, and correctional rehabilitation.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice) Students will study constitutional law with an emphasis on the criminal aspects of this law. The course provides a greater insight into the limitations on the responsibilities and powers of persons serving in criminal justice fields.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice) This course examines the nature and extent of crime in American society, theories of crime causation, and control of criminal behavior.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: None) This course examines history, development, and philosophy of law enforcement in a democratic society. Introduction to agencies involved in the administration of criminal justice; theories of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation; career orientation to include ethics, education, and training of professionals.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice) This is an introduction to the act of investigation. Attention to the importance of information, interrogation, and instrumentation in the solution and preparation of criminal cases for trial. Examination of the rules regarding the admissibility of evidence, specifically as they effect the law enforcement officer in the processes of arrest, force, search, seizure, preservation, custody, and testimony. Review of the Arkansas Code of Criminal Procedure and leading case law on each topic. Survey of general procedures, concepts, and practical application of the mechanics of criminal investigation. There is an emphasis on elements of crime and fact-finding.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice or permission of the instructor.) This course covers the history and philosophy of modern criminal law, including structure, definition, application of statutes, leading case law, and procedures; elements of crime, penalties, and general provisions of the criminal code.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: None) This course allows the student to explore current and significant issues in the field of criminal justice. Seminar style classes permit instructors to offer a variety of topics as needed. This course is offered to all interested students. It is not intended for transfer.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: CRIM 1313 Introduction to Criminal Justice) This course is designed to prepare the student for state certification in the areas of private security and private investigation.
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