CRMJ 5420 - Terrorism and the Criminal Justice System

(3) Credit Hours

Examination of the historical use of terror as a form of political power by the state, individual, and organized groups. Reviews the type of terrorist violence and justifications for their use of violence. Case studies of terrorism in various parts of the world will be used to evaluate the impact of terrorism on societies in modern times. Examines the ways in which the criminal justice system participates in investigations of and response to terrorist activities.