Introduction to Criminal Justice Systems 3 credits Traces the history and philosophy of criminal justice, considers constitutional limitations, studies the roles of various agencies, reviews the process of justice, and evaluates modern criminal justice. It will examine the problems of defining crime from both a traditional and contemporary perspective. Prisons 3 credits Critically examines societal response to crime with a special emphasis on prisons. It will review the major issues and trends in corrections and develop understandings of the nature of prison society from a sociological perspective.
Opportunity is given to participate in classroom discus sions between prisoner and campus students.
A study will be made of the relation of law to society in both an historical and contemporary perspective. Courts and Conflict Resolution 3 credits A study of judicial procedure, the appellate process, alternative sentencing and mediation. SCJ 2010 Criminal Law and Procedure 3 credits Examines the substantive criminal law and criminal procedure in American society. Emphasis will be placed on sociological and socio-legal theories concerning the making and implementation of the laws and procedures. Women, Minority Groups and Social Justice 3 credits Review of relationship of law and policy to women and minorities.