CJS 305 The Criminal Court System
This course is designed to expand students' understanding of the roles of criminal court at the federal, state, and local levels. As the intermediate step between law enforcement and corrections, courts are an integral part of the criminal justice system. The course will explore the power and limitations of the judicial branch of government with regard to its role in the criminal justice system, as well as learn about the roles of various court professionals and develop a detailed understanding of the court process.
Prerequisites: CJS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice, AND either CJS 200 Literature in Criminal Justice OR CJS 201 Foundations in Criminal Justice required.
Prerequisites
Special information
4 Undergraduate credits
Effective August 15, 2017 to present
Meets graduation requirements for
Learning outcomes
General
- Analyze key judicial system concepts and controversies.
- Develop and improve critical thinking and communication skills.
- Examine the roles, responsibilities, and dynamics of courthouse professionals.
- Assess and critique the functions and organizations of courts at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Critique federal, state, and local criminal courts, and propose and design needed improvements.
Spring 2023
| Section | Title | Instructor | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | The Criminal Court System | Eckberg, Deborah A | Books | Course details |
Summer 2023
| Section | Title | Instructor | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | The Criminal Court System | Eckberg, Deborah A | Books | Course details |