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SOCI 3340

AMERICAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM (4 cr.)

This course involves analysis of the basic concepts, philosophical underpinnings and dynamics of the U.S. criminal justice system, including study of the personnel involved and experiences encountered in the system, application of constitutional law concepts to the criminal justice system and examination of the basic explanations for criminal behavior. Also offered as CRST. Offered in alternate years.