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NOVA 2012-2013 College Catalog
ADJ - Administration of Justice |
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ADJ 140 |
INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS |
(3.00 CR.) |
Focuses on societal responses to the offender. Traces the evolution of practices based on philosophies of retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation. Reviews contemporary correctional activities and their relationships to other aspects of the criminal justice system. Lecture 3 hours per week. |
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