3.00 Credits
Study of the legal system from a psychological perspective. The course will use psychological concepts to facilitate one's understanding of the legal system, policies, procedures, and practices, as well as how psychology factors into the nature of criminal responsibility, victimization, discrimination, and punishment. Topics include, but are not limited to, jury decision making, law enforcement techniques, confessions, and eyewitness testimony. Prerequisite: PSYC U101.