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CRIM 321 Law and Human Behavior

This course meets corresponding learning objectives of the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. Examines the police response and investigation of missing persons and crimes of violence, including child and vulnerable adult abuse and neglect, domestic violence and sexual assault. Other topics addressed include victims and victims' rights, the Americans with Disabilities Act and special communications situations, crisis intervention and mental illness, community notification and conflict and management.

Special information

Note: Formerly known as LAWE 321. Note: Must be a School of Criminology and Criminal Justice student, or instructor permission.
3 Undergraduate credits

Effective May 3, 2023 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Describe the impact of human behavior on the interactions between law enforcement and communities they serve.
  • Explain law enforcement response strategies to mental health issues, persons in crisis and critical incident events.
  • Describe the role of law enforcement as it relates, but not limited, to: victimization, survivors, stalking, predatory offenders, domestic abuse, sexual assault and hate/biased motivated crimes.
  • Explain the role of law enforcement when addressing issues of gangs, drugs, terrorism and homeland security.

Spring 2026

Section Title Instructor books eservices
50 Law and Human Behavior Moldenhauer, Drew W. Books for CRIM-321-50 Spring 2026 Course details for CRIM-321-50 Spring 2026

Fall 2026

Section Title Instructor books eservices
50 Law and Human Behavior Moldenhauer, Drew W. Books for CRIM-321-50 Fall 2026 Course details for CRIM-321-50 Fall 2026