CJ& 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

5 Credits

This course provides an introduction to the American Criminal Justice system with a focus on the way that cases move through the system and the roles and responsibilities of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. The course will also explore discretion, bias and discuss constitutional liberties, rights, and guarantees.

Course Note Previously ADM J 101.
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day
Winter Online
Spring Day

Designed to Serve All students interested in learning about the Criminal Justice system. Class is appropriate for both professional technical and transfer students.
Active Date 20250401T11:44:41

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 30
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Transferable Elective Yes
Course Outline

What is Criminal Justice?
The Crime Picture
Criminal Law
Policing: Purpose and Organization
Policing: Legal Aspects
Policing: Issues and Challenges
The Courts
The Courtroom Work Group
The Criminal Trial
Sentencing
Probation
Parole and Reentry
Prisons and Jails
Prison Life

Student Learning Outcomes
Articulate a position that is logically supported by credible evidence and acknowledges multiple perspectives about a contemporary Criminal Justice issue.

Describe the criminal justice process, beginning with arrest and progressing through trial, adjudication and disposition with an understanding of jurisdiction.

Define discretion and discuss the significance of discretion and ethics in the Criminal Justice context.

Discuss freedoms and rights provided by Bill of Rights and examine constitutional limitations on criminal law.