SC 435 - Seminar: Forensic Sociology

(3.00 cr.)

The course considers the use of sociological data and its interpretation in decisions made by courts and other agencies of the judicial system. Areas considered may include profiling in law enforcement and corrections, spousal abuse, the death penalty, the CSI effect, and pornography.

Prerequisite: SC 100 or SC 101 or SC 201 .
Restrictions: Restricted to juniors and seniors.

Sessions Typically Offered: Varies
Years Typically Offered: Varies

Interdisciplinary Studies: FO/IFS