Victimology

Catalog description

This course will examine various issues attending victimology, including, but not limited to: critical issues in the measurement of victimization, victimization characteristics, the victim’s role and experience in the criminal justice system, emerging victim compensation and restitution programs, domestic violence, how to prevent personal victimization, and issues of restorative justice. Contemporary political, philosophical, social, legal, and administrative issues facing victims will also be addressed. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 12 hours of criminal justice courses.