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• CRJ 433: Evidence Law

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Analyzes the law and public policies which guide the introduction of evidence in court. Primary emphasis on Federal Rules of Evidence and the manner of collecting and presenting evidence consistent with the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Amendments to the United States Constitution. Students demonstrate evidentiary foundations through in-class practicum exercises and learn to introduce, by way of witness testimony, documents, scientific and real evidence, opinion and expert testimony resulting in a thorough understanding of the evidentiary concepts of burden of proof, probative value, competency, relevancy, materiality, the hearsay rule and its exclusions, and privileges. This class is not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C OR CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 440: Community Corrections

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines the historical development and growth of community interventions, practices, and policies with respect to individuals who violate society's legal norms. Students analyze correctional philosophy, court sentencing and sanctioning alternatives, treatment methods, and the competing goals and potential future trends of corrections. Adherence to evidence based programming and the principles of effective intervention will be consistent themes throughout. This course is available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    (CRJ 100 AND (CRJ 211 OR CRJ 261) AND CRJ 221 AND CRJ 241 AND CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN GRADE OF C) OR GPRE FOR MIN SCORE OF 1
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• CRJ 452: Race, Ethnicity, and Crime

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Acquaints students with the issues regarding the role played by ethnicity/race in the American Criminal Justice system. A necessarily broad approach will be undertaken to achieve this task. The course will deal with three areas: (1) the making of laws and minorities, (2) the breaking of laws and minorities, and (3) societys reaction to the breaking of laws and minorities. In addition to making students aware of an important area of study, the course should provide students with a broad understanding of the philosophical and practical issues revolving around crime and minorities in American society. Approved elective for Ethnic Studies Minors with Departmental permission. This class is not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C AND CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 454: Policy, Professionalism, and Ethics

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Assists students in understanding the critical issues confronting the police, courts, and corrections as Criminal Justice professionals prepare to move into the next century. The course will focus on such issues as the use of discretion in practitioner decision-making; the impact of the law on Criminal Justice agency behavior; racial and gender issues; ethical issues and dilemmas; the impact of external influences on the operation of Criminal Justice agencies; the privatization of Criminal Justice services; and the future of the American Criminal Justice system. This course will provide a knowledge base from which Criminal Justice majors can either proceed to graduate courses or enter the field. This course can be particularly useful for the student who is currently considering an internship or employment in a Criminal Justice agency. CRJ majors only. This class is not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C AND CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C AND CRJ 452 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 456: Forensic Science: Evidence Analysis

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides a continuation of CRJ336. Surveys various types of physical evidence commonly encountered at a crime scene and in a crime laboratory environment. Consists of lecture and laboratory exercises including crime processing, the identification and analysis of trace evidence including hairs and fibers, fingerprints, footwear evidence, shoe and tire impressions, and tool marks. This class is not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    (CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C OR CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C) AND CRJ 336 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 461: Social Construction of Homicide

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores the nature of homicide in contemporary society and includes social theories of homicide, domestic murder, serial murder, infanticide, hate crimes, and youth gangs. Examination of the impact of drugs and alcohol and an assessment of capital punishment as a deterrent is included. This class is available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C OR CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 463: Comparative Criminal Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides a basic appreciation for understanding the historical, philosophical, ideological, and practical issues relevant to worldwide criminal justice systems. This class is available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C OR CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 464: Popular Culture, Crime and Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines the interrelationships between popular culture, crime, and justice. Explores history of this linkage, the research, and the current issues. Examines popular culture's depictions of victims, offenders, and professionals in the criminal justice system. Popular culture depictions are found in print media (newspapers, magazines, and tabloids), popular literature (police and law procedures), true crime fiction, films, television, rap music, and comics. Impact of popular culture by various media is addressed through the presentation of historical and contemporary research images of crime on individuals, groups, and public policy. Approved elective for Ethnic Studies minors with departmental permission. This class is available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C OR CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 466: Women and Criminal Justice

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Presents contemporary issues and trends concerning women and their interactions with the criminal justice system. Major themes will be women as professionals; women as offenders; and women as victims. Each theme will be treated within the context of police, courts, and corrections. Approved elective for Women and Gender Studies minors with departmental permission. This class is available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C AND CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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• CRJ 469: Victim Treatment and Services

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course introduces students to the dynamic and often controversial field of advocacy, treatment, and services for crime victims, ranging from protective services to therapeutic treatment of victims and survivors. Specific emphasis will be placed on the criminal justice and juvenile justice systems ability to prevent and help victims recover from serious violent crime. Further, students will be introduced to the processes currently utilized by criminal justice and social service agencies to engage, investigate, and provide support services for victims and their families. If prerequisites courses are not met department approval is required. This course is not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    CRJ 309 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C OR CRJ 310 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C
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