CJ 9660 - Professional Issues: Liabilities and Challenges

3 cr.

This course clarifies the ideological conflicts - from enforcement to rehabilitation - that may be encountered by the criminal justice practitioner. Through case studies, this course focuses on the legal and ethical responsibilities of the criminal justice professional including liability standards and philosophies of practice, and professional ethics. Attention is paid to the invisible effects of discretion as a part of the decision making process.

The MS in Criminal Justice Program is currently on hold and therefore courses are not being offered.