Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice
This course examines the significant cultural elements which impact
and influence the Criminal Justice System. This includes recognition
of technological advancement, activist and political pressures, group
identity issues, and the evolving nature of crime, criminals and criminal
justice professionals. This course further examines historical crime
control in comparison to modern responses to aberrant behaviour.
Emphasis will also be placed on Indigenous issues in Canada as it
relates to Criminal Justice including case law, relevant criminal legislature,
and disproportionate representation within the carceral system.
- Prerequisite: CJLS 100 and CJLS 103
- Hours: 42 hrs (3-0)