CRMJ 564 - Juvenile Justice

Institution:

The Citadel

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

A study of juvenile delinquency and the operation of the American juvenile justice system. The course explores classical and contemporary theories of juvenile delinquency and status offending, as well as the effects of family, peers, school, gang affiliation, and drug usage on youthful offenders. In examining the juvenile justice system, the course investigates the historical development and individual operating components. (e.g., police, courts, and corrections) of the system. Consideration is given current and future issues involving youth and delinquency such as curfew, boot camp, youth violence, drug usage, and court waiver.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.citadel.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 225-3294

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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