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2026-2027 Preliminary Online Catalog

CRJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

This course is an introduction to the background and history of law enforcement and the origin of laws.  Topics include the causes of crime, the definition of a criminal, and critical areas of law enforcement as related to crime, public morals, and the public image.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 096 , if required by DSP.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours