2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CRJ 340 - Probation and Parole


The objectives of this course will focus on the theoretical and practical perceptions of the community correctional field. This system operates within the borders of the criminal justice system and is symbiotic with all other facets of this system. “Community corrections” allow individuals who have been convicted of a crime to serve all or part of their sentence in society under a supervised living condition. This brand of justice, although a cost effective modality, often comes under harsh criticism of the political establishment, other criminal justice agencies, as well as other societal “voices.” Community corrections has its roots in a “socialized justice” model that originally allowed “young, nonviolent, first time offenders” an opportunity to assimilate back into the community and become productive members of society. Personnel in this field put into practice a philosophy known as the “TRINITY” that establishes three (3) primary goals: A) protection of the community; B) rehabilitation of the offender and; C) enforcement of Court orders. Agents must take into account the specific needs of each offender without sacrificing the safety of the community as a whole. Ultimately, the balance between these goals and means define the role of a community correctional officer.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: CRJ 205