| 01:202:310 | Victimology and Domestic Violence |
| Description: | Definitions and scope of violent crime in society. Includes a review of the issues, prevalence, myths, policies, programs, and services aimed at victims of violent crimes. The expanding role of the courts, police, battered women shelters, victim/witness assistance programs, crisis intervention units, and legislation highlighted. |
| Prerequisites: | 01:202:201 |
| Course Synopsis: | Professor WINSTEAD: Students will learn to define victimization and learn the scope of violent crime in society. The Course includes a review of the issues, prevalence, myths, policies, programs, and services aimed at victims. The class will examine the expanding role of the courts, the police, battered women’s shelters, victim/witness assistance programs, crisis intervention units and legislation. The course will also highlight non-conventional conceptions of victimization and international perspectives on victims’ rights. |