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Policing in America (CRJ 214)

Term: 2021-2022 Fall Term

Faculty

Christopher Sharp
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Schedule

Mon-Wed-Fri, 7:45 AM - 8:35 AM (8/23/2021 - 12/6/2021) Location: MAIN LMC 213

Description

This course is an introduction to the history and evolution of policing in the United States and the various theories of policing. It includes contemporary issues in policing such as administration and management in policing agencies; use of force and coercion; technological advances and their effects on policing; officer training; police discretion; and ethical considerations.