CJST 2208 - Introduction to Policing

Prerequisite: CJST 1100. This course covers the historical development of policing as a component of the total justice system. Specific topics examined include: the police function, police community roles, authority, police stress, and the organization and structure of policing in the United States. Key issues including the use of force, corruption, accountability, and the political dimension of police work are examined. 3 credits.