FOUNDATIONS, ORGANIZATION AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION

Catalog description

Exploration of the theoretical, historical and socio -political foundations of Criminal Justice with special attention to the knowledge of criminal behavior and policies related to crime control. Examination of the main components of the Criminal Justice System (police, courts, correction system, juvenile justice systems), including their corresponding historical perspectives, the roles and functions of related agencies and any process that is part of the administration of the Justice. Detailed study of the theoretical and practical foundations of the organization of the justice system in Puerto Rico and all its administrative structures. Emphasis on the history and development of administrative theory and its impact on management techniques, which include organizational behavior, the bureaucratic structure of the justice system, the analysis of legal aspects that impact the administration of justice and the provision of justice. services. Likewise, the constitutional implications of the statutes, ordinances and decisions related to the administration of justice, criminal behavior and policies related to crime control will be studied. The student will develop skills and abilities that can be applied in the analysis, synthesis and investigation of the problems of the organizations responsible for the administration of the criminal justice system. They will also help you make decisions to solve the difficulties that arise. This is not a technical course aimed at developing the skills necessary to serve as a manager.