CJAD445 - Victimology

Description:
This course is a seminar/survey course in violent victimization in the United States. Emphasis is placed upon the impact of these victimizations upon the victims and society. In addition, the response of the criminal justice system and of society to these victimizations will be explored. Theories of crime prevention and victimization will be discussed throughout the semester to encourage students to analytically consider the factors which cause victimization, and which factors can possibly prevent victimizations from occurring.

Required Text(s):

• Karmen, A. (2016). Crime victims: An introduction to victimology (9th ed.). Cengage Learning. ISBN: 9781305261037.