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CRIMINAL JUSTICE & 101
Introduction to Criminal Justice (5)
An examination of crime, its causes and its impact on American life; the issues and challenges facing the American criminal justice system; the history and structure of the three major components of the justice system; and an introduction to the theories of sentencing and punishment. Previously CRIMJ 131. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & 106
Juvenile Justice (5)
An in-depth study of the Juvenile Justice System, its history and theories related to juvenile laws, causation of juvenile behavior, the proper methods of dealing with juveniles in the court system, and Washington state law relating to juvenile procedures. Previously CRIMJ 138. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & 110
Criminal Law (5)
A study of the nature and purpose of the criminal law, its sources, limitations and general principles, defenses and the wide range of criminal conduct covered by the criminal law. The Revised Code of Washington is also studied. Previously CRIMJ 133. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & 112
Introduction to Criminology (5)
Analysis of the criminal justice system. Discussion of its strengths, weaknesses and its effects on crime and delinquency. Study and discussion of the cause and reaction to criminal behavior. Dual listed as SOC 112. Previously SOC 280. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 120
Administration of Justice (5)
A study of the structure and processes of the federal and state courts in America, their organization and jurisdiction and the impact of the Constitution upon them, as well as an examination of the roles of judges, attorneys, and law enforcement when citizens are charged with crimes. Previously CRIMJ 134. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 130
Police Records and Report Writing (4)
Procedure of field notetaking, crime scene recording and correct preliminary investigation method of writing reports; fundamentals of police record systems. Previously CRIMJ 132. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or equivalent ASSET test score is recommended. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 135
Crime Prevention (2)
An in-depth study of the fundamentals of achieving safety and security. Students will examine crime prevention from the perspective of individuals, businesses and law enforcement. Previously CRIMJ 135. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 137
Essentials of Interviewing (3)
A study of concepts and techniques for effectively interviewing victims and witnesses of crimes and interrogating suspects, as well as the proper methods and format for obtaining and recording written statements and confessions. Previously CRIMJ 137. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 238
Criminal Evidence and Constitutional Law (5)
Examines the role played by the U.S. and Washington State Constitutions in the application of criminal law and procedures. Students will analyze U.S. Supreme Court decisions and their effect on the admissibility of evidence. Previously CRIMJ 238. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & 240
Intro to Forensic Science (5)
An overview of the scientific evaluation of physical evidence including firearms, documents, chemicals, serology, trace, & latent prints. The value of physical evidence and the guidelines for collection will also be examined. Previously CRIMJ 240. Prerequisite: CJ&101, CJ 241 or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 241
Principles of Investigation I (5)
An in-depth study of the fundamentals, functions and elements of criminal investigations including preliminary & follow-up investigations leading to successful prosecutions. Challenges faced in investigations will be discussed. Previously CRIMJ 241. Prerequisite: CJ& 101 or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 242
Principles of Investigation II (5)
An in-depth study of the fundamentals, functions and elements of criminal investigations in particular types of crimes. Information received in 241 will be built upon. Specific high-profile cases will be examined. Previously CRIMJ 242. Prerequisite: CJ 241 or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 245
Theory of Defensive & Control Tactics (5)
based on theIntroduces the theories and applications of physical and verbal forcevil context of application of force and control tactics. Perform control, defensive and handcuffing techniques. Previously CRIMJ 243. Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in other CJ course. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 248
Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice (5)
Discussion of the philosophical, psychological, moral and ethical underpinings of human behavior in the Criminal Justice system. Examines ethical challenges within the system. Previously, CRIMJ 248. Dual listed with PHIL 248. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice major or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 249
Police Operations (5)
A study of the organizational culture, organization structures, staffing, and utilization of resources within police departments. The support and staff functions which assist patrol and other line operations in accomplishing the department's mission will be examined. Patrol operations will be emphasized. Previously CRIMJ 249. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 290
Internship (5)
A program in which the student will work directly with a criminal justice agency in a wide variety of tasks to give the student a better understanding day to day operation and the tasks performed by a part of the criminal justice system. Previously CRIMJ 273. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 291
Special Topics in Criminal Justice (1)
Courses for criminal justice personnel desiring emphasis in a particular area relating to the criminal justice system. Mandatory decimal grading. Previously CRIMJ 281.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 292
Special Topics in Criminal Justice (2)
Courses for criminal justice personnel desiring emphasis in a particular area relating to the criminal justice system. Previously CRIMJ 282. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 293
Special Topics in Criminal Justice (3)
Courses for criminal justice personnel desiring emphasis in a particular area relating to the criminal justice system. Previously CRIMJ 283. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 294
Special Topics in Criminal Justice (4)
Courses for criminal justice personnel desiring emphasis in a particular area relating to the criminal justice system. Previously CRIMJ 284. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 295
Special Topics in Criminal Justice (5)
Courses for criminal justice personnel desiring emphasis in a particular area relating to the criminal justice system. Previously CRIMJ 285. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 297
Individual Project in Criminal Justice (1)
Individual project in a specific area of Criminal Justice. By arrangement with instructor. Previously CRIMJ 297. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 298
Individual Project in Criminal Justice (2)
Individual project in a specific area of Criminal Justice. By arrangement with instructor. Previously CRIMJ 298. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 299
Individual Project in Criminal Justice (3)
Individual project in a specific area of Criminal Justice. By arrangement with instructor. Previously CRIMJ 299. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.
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