CRIJ 2328 Police Systems and Practices [TCCN: CRIJ 2328]

This course serves as an introductory examination the structures, functions, and operations of law enforcement agencies in the United States, with emphasis on municipal police departments. The course surveys police operations, staff functions, personnel policies, and current innovations utilized in delivering police services. It covers such topics as police discretion, ethics, police-community relations, and the future of policing in American society. This course serves as a prerequisite to CRIJ 4333, Advanced Police Systems and Practices.