CJ445 Crime and Legislation
Prerequisite: CJ 201 and Jr/Sr standing or permission of the instructor
This course will examine crime and the policy process. Using the U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 as a backdrop, students will learn about the forces of influence that initiate legislation, how these forces shape bills through the legislative process and how they influence the enactment of legislation in to law. Students will also learn goals and objectives of crime policy analysis and learn how legislation has met its stated goals and objectives.
Cross Listed Courses
PO445
Prerequisite
CJ201 [minimum grade = D] or
CJ201 [transfer credit]