Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area DDescriptionThis course introduces students to the characteristics of the United States criminal justice system. Focus is placed on examining crime data, theories of crime, responses to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system. The course examines the evolution of the principles and approaches utilized by the justice system and the evolving forces which have shaped those principals and approaches. Although justice structure and process is examined in a cross cultural context, emphasis is placed on the US justice system, particularly the structure and function of US police, courts, and corrections. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, legal process, sentencing, and incarceration policies. Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1A.Usually HeldTue 6:00pm–8:50pm, Tue Thu 4:00pm–5:20pm, Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:15pm 