CJS 2800 Introduction to Criminal Justice
This introductory course surveys the American criminal justice system from the underlying philosophies that form the foundation of the system and proceeds through to the release of the offender into the community. The focus of the course will be on five main components of the system: criminal philosophies, criminology, law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. The history, nature, and relationships of the various criminal justice agencies will be examined. Various theories about the causation of crime and its cures will also be explored.
Offered
Fall