Digital Crime and Technological Innovations in Criminal Justice

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This course examines how digital crime and technological innovations are reshaping criminal justice and public safety organizations. Students analyze forms of digital crime and the tools used to prevent, investigate, and respond to these threats, including data analytics, digital forensics, surveillance technologies, and other innovations in criminal justice administration. Framed for future public safety leaders, the course emphasizes strategic decision-making, policy development, ethics, and organizational change related to technology adoption. Through case studies, applied exercises, and writing-intensive projects, students learn to evaluate new technologies, anticipate risks, and design responses that promote effectiveness, accountability, and community trust.