CJ-7002 - Delinquency and Criminal Justice

Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8

In past years the Justice Department has reported a significant increase in violence among teenagers and other youths. This increase appears to have contributed to a nationwide crime spike. This Doctoral level course provides an examination of the causes of this increase in juvenile delinquency including social, economic, and cultural factors. Students will explore national strategies to address this issue, their effectiveness and future application.