CJ 9620 - Legalities of Criminal Justice Administration

3 cr.

The course examines contemporary issues facing criminal justice administrators and explores the legal considerations necessary in determining sound managerial solutions. Topics of discussion include the legal implications of employee hiring, training, promotion, and discipline; internal investigations; discrimination challenges; affirmative action plans; labor relations and unions; and the development of departmental policies and procedures. Students examine each topic within the realm of relevant state and federal law. This course is especially fitting for practitioners who are faced with policy-related decisions in the criminal justice field.