CJ 202 - INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE

    Recent Professors
    Frank Schweitzer, Christopher Fitzpatrick
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D8
    Description
    Presents an overview of the history, theory, organization and practices of the criminal justice system and the interrelationship between the criminal justice system and society as a whole. Studies the origin, development and application of crime causation theories. Includes exploration and analysis of the roles, structure, and function of criminal justice agencies. Integrates an examination of the criminal justice system with a critical analysis of the system as an instrument of societal control and change.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:00am–10:20am, Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am