An examination of important and controversial criminal justice topics involving law enforcement agencies, primarily the police; clarifying, interpreting, and identifying the role of discretion in the system. This course provides competencies to meet the program outcome to understand the fundamental rights guaranteed to each individual by state and federal constitutions and laws.
Prerequisite Courses
Prerequisites
(LIBR 150 may be taken concurrently).
Course Outcomes
After successfully completing the course, the learner will be able to:
- Identify and interpret the various federal, state and local law enforcement agencies in the United States.
- Predict police behavior and their response to crime and other social issues.
- Comprehend the ethical and moral decision making process of law enforcement officers.
- Identify police stressors and their consequences.
- Enter the recruitment and screening process unique to criminal justice agencies.