RAACJ - Criminal Justice

Describe the history, structure, and function of the criminal justice system in the United States.

Discuss the role of law enforcement, court systems, corrections, and security in maintaining social order.

Identify and describe crime-causation theories, various measures of crime and their reliability, and victimization theories.

Describe fundamental principles, concepts, and terminology used in the criminal justice system.

Apply basic analytical and critical-thinking skills to the evaluation of criminal justice issues, policies, trends, and disparities.