CJ 2450 - Women in Criminal Justice

3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.

This course will examine the involvement of females in the criminal justice system, as victims, offenders, workers and professionals. Female criminality will be explored from varied perspectives. Students will undertake a systematic examination of the issues, biases and problems affecting the girls and women involved in this system, with attention focused on the effects of these factors on them, their relationships and their families.

Prerequisite(s): CJ 1000