CJ 379 - Ethics in Criminal Justice

This course examines challenges and conflict between professional standards of behavior and the acceptable system within the organization. Roles of Inspector General and Internal Affairs will be presented. Issues concerning dual relationships, corruption, perjury, false reports, gratuities, wrongful acts, and code of silence will be discussed. Civil Rights and brutality, and use of deadly force will be viewed as ethical concerns. Honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior in criminal justice professions are key themes in course.

Prerequisites CJ 101
Credits: 3

Class Level Junior Undergraduate
Program Undergraduate