Dec 05, 2025  
2025-2026 General Catalog [Current] 
    
2025-2026 General Catalog [Current]
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CJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


3 Credit(s) | $12 Fee

Introduces students to the purpose, function, and history of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Overview of crime and its impact on American society. Lectures include topics such as crime and the media, causes of crime, search and seizure, probable cause, police selection and training, law enforcement as a career, court structure and function, the death penalty, prison life, and punishment. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]

Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll

General Education Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences



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