CJ 3340 - Terrorism and the Criminal Justice System

Institution:

Utah Valley University

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing and CJ 1010. Examines the phenomena of radicalization and terrorism as they relate to the criminal justice system in America. Evaluates the various radical movements that have led to acts of terrorism, including jihadist extremists, animal rights and environmental extremist, as well as the white supremacist and domestic far-right extremist movement in America. Examines the role of law enforcement in counter terrorism efforts in the United States and law enforcement responses to terrorism. Assesses the challenges of prosecuting, sentencing, and incarcerating terrorists, both domestic and international. Evaluates the movement of Countering Violent Extremism as a means to impede the pathway to terrorism.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

05/15/2016 - 08/14/2019 

Institution Website:

www.uvu.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 863-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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