CRJU 7714:Communities and Crime

3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MSCJ program or permission of the program director
A survey of issues surrounding the relationship between community characteristics and crime is explored. Prominent theoretical perspectives are examined, including social disorganization, social control, and collective efficacy, in order to understand how social conditions interact with crime and place. Patterns and prevalence of community crime are also examined, along with methodology and current research. Finally, the interaction between communities and the criminal justice system is addressed with a focus on relevant policy implications.