CRIM 435 - Legal Issues in Corrections

Constitutional law as it pertains to the functions, operations and responsibilities of corrections. The court process, prisoner’s rights, liability issues involved in corrections and pertinent cases. Thorough examination of how the law impacts on corrections decisions. Meets M.C.O.T.C. certification requirements. Typically Offered Spring Only
Level: UG
Class Restriction: AR, HR, IR, RR, SR, VR
Field of Study Restriction: MAJOR-CJCR, MAJOR-CRJU

Credit Hours: 3

Ferris Equivalencies:

Department: CRIM