Women, Crime and Criminal Justice (JUS 310)

Term: 2020-2021 Spring

Faculty

Delores A. Curry Ed.D.Show MyInfo popup for Delores A. Curry Ed.D.

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Schedule

Sat, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (3/20/2021 - 3/20/2021) Location: CALIF HAVEN
Sat, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (4/10/2021 - 4/10/2021) Location: CALIF HAVEN
Sat, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (4/24/2021 - 4/24/2021) Location: CALIF HAVEN
Sat, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (5/8/2021 - 5/8/2021) Location: CALIF HAVEN

Description

This course focuses on the history and role of women as offenders, victims, and professionals within the criminal justice system. Emphasis will be placed on social and cultural norms that marginalize women and create the pathways to criminal behavior. The experience of women within the courts, the jail and prison system and upon returning to the community will be explored. Additionally, the impact of women as professionals within the criminal justice system will be discussed.