Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026Class SizeNot publishedCredits3PrerequisiteENG 051 with a grade of "C" or better Transfers ToCSUCSU GE Area D8DescriptionTotal Lecture Hours: 54 This course introduces students to the characteristics of the United States criminal justice system. Focus is crime measurement, theoretical explanations 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 principles and approaches. Emphasis is placed on the U.S. justice system, particularly the structure and function of U.S. police, courts, and corrections. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, legal process, as well as sentencing and incarceration policies. Formerly known as AJ 001.Usually HeldWed 12:00pm–3:05pm, Wed 12:00pm–3:20pm 