CRMJ3060 - Principled Policing

This course explores fundamental philosophical thoughts on Procedural Justice and Implicit Bias and how these belief systems relate to legitimacy in policing. The course begins with a look at early policing in America with a focus on the Civil Rights movement and its relationship to law enforcement. This includes a review and study of relevant writings, research, and scholarly works. Students will then delve into the meaning and application of procedural justice and implicit bias as it applies to modem policing. Classroom instruction will consist of interactive and reflective lectures, compelling and thought-provoking power points reinforced by the assigned texts, videos illustrating key instructional concepts, group exercises, and supplemental readings. Finally, an opportunity for frank and honest communication with each class meeting will talce place.
Prerequisites: None
3 Credits