Criminal Justice Ethics

Catalog description

This course provides an overview and exploration of the study of ethics as they relate to the criminal justice system. The course begins with a broader approach and examination of general ethics and morality and then applies ethical frameworks to issues of crime and justice. Specific attention is paid to issues surrounding law enforcement, the law and courts, and corrections issues - especially issues surrounding the punishment of criminals. Prerequisites: CJ 205 or CJ 210/SOC 210; or permission of instructor.