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Criminal Law

Course Information

Subject

CRJ

Course Number

221

Status

Active

Course Title

Criminal Law

Course Description

This course explores the history and development of the criminal law as a system of social control. An emphasis is placed on legal principles and substantive law. Elements of a crime, specific statutes, and various affirmative defenses are analyzed.

Minimum Credit Hours

3

Maximum Credit Hours

3

Total Completions Allowed for Credit

1

Lecture - Lab Hours

(3-0)

Requirements

Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness

PCS Code

1.1

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