Comparative Criminal Justice Systems ((4 Credits))

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This course examines criminal justice systems in England, France, Germany, Saudi Arabia, China, and Japan, in terms of the four families of law: Common Law, Civil Law, Socialist Law, and the Islamic (Sacred) Law. Comparative analyses of criminal procedure, constitutions, court systems, law enforcement agencies, and correction systems are conducted. This is a capstone course for students in criminal justice requiring a final comprehensive research project. Additional previous coursework in introductory sociology, psychology and/or human development is desirable but not required. The student should have an understanding of the structure and functions of the various parts of the criminal justice system and the relationship of federal, state and local criminal-justice agencies, such as might be learned in a course in Introduction to Criminal Justice and/or through extensive work within the field of criminal justice. Students should possess an advanced competency in formal, college level analytical writing, being able to examine facts and problems, analyze issues, research remedies, apply theoretical concepts, examine alternatives and formulate and communicate solutions. This course was previously CHS-264614 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems. Prerequisites: .