Provides students with a historical and contemporary examination of street and institutional gangs. We will address the nature and definition of gangs, types of gangs, and diversity of membership of gangs, theoretical explanations, and criminal and deviant behavior. In addition, we will analyze law enforcement responses, intervention and prevention strategies, and public policy issues.

Prerequisites/Rules:
CCJS100 and CCJS105
Credits: 3
Grading Method: Regular, Pass-Fail, Audit
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Course Offerings

    Fall 2026 ♦ Instructor: Unlisted/TBD ♦ Co-Instructor: ♦ View: Syllabus