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Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

CRJ 215 Criminal Law

Credits: (3)
A study of the scope, purpose, definition, and classification of crimes. Consideration is given to the more common offenses under the Penal Law. A concern for criminal intent, acts of omission and commission, arrest, and search and seizure, along with an introduction to the Criminal Procedure Law, is emphasized. The rules of evidence and their application to proper law enforcement will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): CRJ 101  or permission of instructor.

Learning Outcomes
  1. Define and differentiate the function of various courts and the jurisdictional power of each.
  2. Identify the basic prima facie elements required for criminal charges.
  3. Explain the procedural rules and constitutional framework governing arrest, search and seizure.
  4. Describe the rules of evidence.
  5. Identify the steps of pretrial, trial, and sentencing procedures.