Lec. 3; Cr. 3

An examination of the history, organization, and function of the local, state, and federal agencies that make up the criminal justice system. The survey is organized around the three major components of the criminal justice system: police, courts, and corrections.

Articulation: Law Enforcement or Correctional Officer P.O.S.T. diploma or Accredited Academy diploma

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

Police Process is a survey of critical issues fundamental to contemporary policing. Topics include role of the police—enforcement of laws and public service, and police department organization and management at the local, state, and federal levels. Additionally, the use of force, misconduct, ethics, and current events will be covered.

Articulation: Law Enforcement Officer P.O.S.T. certification or Accredited Academy diploma
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CJ 1107 or permission from the Program Director of Public Protection & Safety or Dean, Health Sciences and Business Technology

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

Judicial Process examines contemporary issues in the American judicial system and their connection to the broader criminal justice system. Topics include the organization of state and federal courts, the U.S. Supreme Court, and role of the prosecution, defense, and judges, from initial charging to sentencing.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CJ 1107 or permission from the Program Director of Public Protection & Safety or Dean, Health Sciences and Business Technology

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

Correctional Process provides an overview of the American correctional system including private, state, and federal correctional facilities and alternatives to incarceration. An emphasis is placed on the role of corrections—punishment vs. rehabilitation, along with contemporary trends, policies, programs, and practices.

Articulation: Correctional Officer P.O.S.T. certification or Accredited Academy diploma
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CJ 1107 or permission from the Program Director of Public Protection & Safety or Dean, Health Sciences and Business Technology

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

Criminal and Related Law examines Louisiana criminal laws and procedures, as well as federal laws and recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Topics include search and seizure of individuals and property, interrogation, due process/rights of the accused, and the interconnection of criminal law, the judicial process, and punishments.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CJ 1107 or permission from the Program Director of Public Protection & Safety or Dean, Health Sciences and Business Technology

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

A study of the problem of juvenile delinquency with emphasis on theories, preventive programs, juvenile law, courts, treatment, and current problems in the juvenile justice system.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CJ 1107 or have permission of the Coordinator of Public Protection & Safety or Dean, Liberal Arts.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

Emergency Management in High-Threat Situations examines natural and human-caused extreme events requiring a law enforcement response. An emphasis is placed on the management of critical incidents involving armed individuals, hostage rescue, terrorist attacks, and extreme weather conditions, along with organizational conditions impacting their planning, response, and recovery.