CJ 212 History and Development of American Law Enforcement

Course surveys the historical development of American law enforcement, focusing on the social, political and organizational dynamics that helped to shape this critical institution. Covers the four major models of American policing: colonial, political, reform, professional and service models. Course provides a historical foundation for other courses in the law enforcement major.
Credits: 4
Satisfactory Grading: Ineligible for the Satisfactory/No Credit grade mode.

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