Sem Criminal Justice Policy

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Seminar Criminal Justice Policy: The course will be oriented toward understanding development and application of CJ policy occurring in organizational environments that are influenced by historical, social, political, legal, and economic factors. Students will learn why criminal justice organizations pursue certain policies or practices, and evidence on their achievement of objectives. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the readings will consist of works focused on the application criminal justice policy and practice in police agencies, correctional facilities and the courts.