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Criminology, Law and Society

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Policing in America

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Fundamental issues relevant to contemporary public policing in America: role and history of police; impact on crime, disorder, and other social problems; discretion and its control; moral hazards; police legitimacy and public support; police culture and the police organization; and community policing.

Equivalent to ADJ 401 (2009-2010 Catalog)

2 Sections Currently Scheduled for Fall 2012

From the Schedule of Classes