Fall 2023

JUST

• A110 *Intro to Criminal Justice 3 Credits

  *Intro to Criminal Justice

  Surveys philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on the role of law and those involved in its administration--police, courts, and corrections organizations. Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice courses.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71531	601	MW	2:30PM - 3:45PM	RH 117	Myrstol, Bradley	August 28 - December 16	21

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A175 *Intro to Juvenile Justice 3 Credits

  *Intro to Juvenile Justice

  Provides an introduction to juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system. Covers the historical development of juvenile justice in the United States. Special focus is given to linkage between theoretical explanations of juvenile delinquency and the prevention/intervention strategies implemented in the juvenile justice system.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71532	801	Everett, Ronald	August 28 - December 16	8

• A200 Intro to Rsrch Methods in Just 3 Credits

  Intro to Rsrch Methods in Just

  Introduces research and how it is different from other ways of knowing; how to research the causes, correlates and consequences of criminal justice issues; and how criminal justice research is used by various actors, including criminal justice practitioners, policy-makers and members of the public.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71533	601	MW	10:00AM - 11:15AM	PSB 210	Johnson, Ingrid	August 28 - December 16	13

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A221 Dynamics of Crim Just Orgs 3 Credits

  Dynamics of Crim Just Orgs

  Surveys organization and management of police, court, correctional and affiliated social service (such as victim services) agency operations. Includes agency roles, goals, structural arrangements and administrative practices; applicability of theory and research; techniques and instruments of organization and management; and principles of change.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71535	801	Chamard, Sharon	August 28 - December 16	15

• A251 *Theories of Crime and Offend 3 Credits

  *Theories of Crime and Offend

  Introduces theories of crime causation, including biological, psychological, sociological, situational and environmental perspectives. Discusses relative strengths and weaknesses of competing theoretical perspectives. Explores connections between theories of crime and crime/criminal justice policy.

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A255 Criminal Investigation 3 Credits

  Criminal Investigation

  Introduces fundamentals of investigation. Topics include crime scene search and recording, collection and preservation of physical evidence, and scientific aids. Explores modus operandi, sources of information, interviews and interrogations, follow-up, and case preparation.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:74750	3D1	Gambling, Kathleen	August 28 - December 16	8

• A334 Police & Society 3 Credits

  Police & Society

  Provides a foundation in American policing. Examines the history, social organization, institutional contradictions and contemporary challenges of the police in the United States. Special emphasis given to the use of empirical research methods to advance our understanding of policing.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71539	601	TR	10:00AM - 11:15AM	PSB 216	Chamard, Sharon	August 28 - December 16	12

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A360 Justice Theory & Policy 3 Credits

  Justice Theory & Policy

  Critiques the essential theories underlying the operation of the justice system and analyzes contemporary policies within the framework of justice theory and policy. Analyzes the influence of politics and ideology on the operation of the justice system and evaluates the role of social science research evidence in formulating evidence-based justice policy.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71541	801	Everett, Ronald	August 28 - December 16	17

• A366 Substance Use & Crime 3 Credits

  Substance Use & Crime

  Provides a comprehensive overview of the linkages between crime and substance use. Discusses the history of drug use, theories as to why drugs are used, and preventive/treatment methods. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:75139	801	Johnson, Ingrid	August 28 - December 16	6

• A374 The Courts 3 Credits

  The Courts

  Examines the basic components of the U.S. courts with particular emphasis on case processing through the court system and the roles of court actors. Covers the history as well as the current structure and function of the court system and assesses the gap between the ideals and the realities of court processes and practices. Focuses on the impact of the various court actors, including both the accused and the victim, in the delivery of just outcomes within the Criminal Justice System. Registration Restrictions: Junior or Senior standing Crosslisted with LEGL A374

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71543	652	TR	1:00PM - 2:15PM	BMH 228	Croft, Eric	August 28 - December 16	7

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A384 Contemporary Corrections 3 Credits

  Contemporary Corrections

  Reviews current theory, research and policy in the field of corrections and evaluates the operation of correctional policies using evidence-based standards of effectiveness. Analyzes issues ranging from examining contemporary explanations of United States punishment policies to evaluating treatment and rehabilitation programs.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71544	801	Everett, Ronald	August 28 - December 16	14

• A434 *Police-Community Relations 3 Credits

  *Police-Community Relations

  Examines police-community relations in the United States. Explores common conceptions of the police role, from the perspective of both the public and the police themselves, and their impact on police-community relations. Emphasizes recent developments aimed at ameliorating strained relationships between the police and various communities. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:75135	601	MW	10:00AM - 11:15AM	BMH 228	Myrstol, Bradley	August 28 - December 16	10

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A460 *Justice in Crisis 3 Credits

  *Justice in Crisis

  Critically examines various perspectives on justice and the ability of a society to maintain the ideal of justice. Compares conditions in different countries and investigates different social and historical conditions when justice was challenged. Analyzes the influence of culture, race/ethnicity and socioeconomic inequality on the operation of the American justice system. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71545	801	Everett, Ronald	August 28 - December 16	2

• A495 Internship 1 - 6 Credits

  Internship

  Specially arranged field experiences for advanced justice majors. Designed to expand knowledge and skills through supervised placements in justice, law and governmental settings. Special Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing and approval of the internship coordinator

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71546	801	Chamard, Sharon	August 28 - December 16	4

LEGL

• A101 *Introduction to Law 3 Credits

  *Introduction to Law

  Introduces legal processes in a democratic society. Emphasis on legal terminology, federal and state court systems, and judicial decision making. Introduction to basic concepts of contracts, property, torts, criminal law, family law, alternate dispute resolution and administrative law. Includes skills for conducting basic legal analysis.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71565	801	Periman, Deborah	August 28 - December 16	3

• A215 Legal Ethics 3 Credits

  Legal Ethics

  Studies legal ethics and the non-lawyer professional's role in a law office, corporate or public interest legal department, or government agency. Explores nature, scope and ethics of legal practice and the relationship of non-lawyer staff to lawyers, clients, the court system and the public. Emphasizes legal practice in Alaska and the rules governing the unauthorized practice of law. Introduces foundational practice skills and principles of legal research and writing. Emphasizes professional skills development. Legal specialty course.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71566	801	Periman, Deborah	August 28 - December 16	1

• A315 Law, History and Social Change 3 Credits

  Law, History and Social Change

  Examines the interplay between American law and society. Explores the influence of changes in social, political, and economic conditions on the lawmaking process in the United States from colonial times to the present. Analyzes the corresponding impact of significant legislation and judicial decisions on American life, politics and culture. Registration Restrictions: Completion of Written Communication Skills GER for baccalaureate degrees with a minimum grade of D.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71567	801	Periman, Deborah	August 28 - December 16	21

• A340 Family Law 3 Credits

  Family Law

  Studies federal and state statutes and judicial doctrines governing familial relationships. Emphasis on marriage, divorce, child custody, support, property rights, adoption and child protection. Explores the impact of the Indian Child Welfare Act in Alaska family law.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71568	801	TR	2:30PM - 3:45PM	DIST ONLINE	Doogan, Amy	August 28 - December 16	9
  View detailed information for CRN:71568	801	TR	2:30PM - 3:45PM	PSB 210	Doogan, Amy	August 28 - December 16	9

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A343 Constitutional Law 3 Credits

  Constitutional Law

  Introduces students to American constitutional law through a study of the history of the Constitution and selected landmark Supreme Court cases. Topics covered are separation of powers, judicial review, civil rights and liberties, property and economic rights, and others. Crosslisted with PS A343.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71569	651	MW	1:00PM - 2:15PM	PSB 110	Doogan, Amy	August 28 - December 16	9

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• A352 Criminal Law 3 Credits

  Criminal Law

  Examines elements and functions of substantive criminal law together with constitutional, statutory and rules-based limits on law enforcement in the United States. Includes federal and state law of crimes, defenses, and sentencing. Emphasis on Alaska law. Registration Restrictions: LEGL A215 recommended

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71570	601	MW	10:00AM - 11:15AM	PSB 219	Croft, Eric	August 28 - December 16	12

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A356 Legal Research & Writing 3 Credits

  Legal Research & Writing

  Explores techniques of legal research, analysis and writing. Includes legal citation; researching judicial, statutory, regulatory, and secondary sources; research databases; fact pattern analysis; and technical rules of legal writing. Emphasizes professional skills development. Legal specialty course.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71571	801	Doogan, Amy	August 28 - December 16	2

• A367 Civil Proc & Pretrial Prac 3 Credits

  Civil Proc & Pretrial Prac

  Introduces procedural concepts of civil litigation and pretrial practice. Covers the rules of pleading and process, discovery, and motion practice. Reviews concepts of jurisdiction, venue, parties, statutes of limitation, and res judicata, and the ethical duties of competence and diligence. Emphasizes applied professional skills and practice in Alaska. Legal specialty course.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71572	801		-	DIST ONLINE	Doogan, Amy	August 28 - December 16	10
  View detailed information for CRN:71572	801	TR	11:30AM - 12:45AM	PSB 217	Doogan, Amy	August 28 - December 16	10

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A374 The Courts 3 Credits

  The Courts

  Examines the basic components of the U.S. courts with particular emphasis on case processing through the court system and the roles of court actors. Covers the history as well as the current structure and function of the court system and assesses the gap between the ideals and the realities of court processes and practices. Focuses on the impact of the various court actors, including both the accused and the victim, in the delivery of just outcomes within the Criminal Justice System. Registration Restrictions: Junior or Senior standing Crosslisted with JUST A374

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71573	651	TR	1:00PM - 2:15PM	BMH 228	Croft, Eric	August 28 - December 16	11

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A377 Evidence, Investigation & Disc 3 Credits

  Evidence, Investigation & Disc

  Examines state and federal rules of evidence; sources and scope of privileges; techniques, ethics, and management of case investigation; and discovery processes and problems. Emphasizes professional skills development, Alaska law, and electronic discovery. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Prior completion of LEGL A367 is recommended.

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  Blended

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71574	801		-	DIST ONLINE	Croft, Eric	August 28 - December 16	6
  View detailed information for CRN:71574	801	TR	10:00AM - 11:15AM	BMH 235	Croft, Eric	August 28 - December 16	6

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• A380 Torts: Law of Injury 3 Credits

  Torts: Law of Injury

  Analyzes nature and function of the law of torts, workers' compensation, consumer protection litigation, and liability insurance in the United States, as well as the role of the non-lawyer legal professional in tort litigation and workers' compensation claims. Includes ethical issues in tort, workers' compensation, and insurance cases. Practice in Alaska and the development of professional skills are emphasized. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Completion of LEGL A215 and LEGL A356 is strongly recommended.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71575	801	Periman, Deborah	August 28 - December 16	4

• A449 *Jurisprudence & Legal Theory 3 Credits

  *Jurisprudence & Legal Theory

  Examines the theoretical bases of contemporary legal systems and judicial decision making. Explores the development of and interaction within major schools of legal theory. Topics covered include classical sources of legal theory, core and alternate approaches to legal theory, judicial decision-making, and theories of rights. Registration Restrictions: Completion of GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71577	801		-	DIST ONLINE	Fortson, Hardy	August 28 - December 16	10
  View detailed information for CRN:71577	801	M	11:30AM - 12:45AM	PSB 210	Fortson, Hardy	August 28 - December 16	10

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A487 Trial & Adv Litigation Process 3 Credits

  Trial & Adv Litigation Process

  Addresses advanced litigation processes and trial support. Includes alternative dispute resolution processes, case management systems, pretrial orders, pleadings, exhibit and witness lists, pretrial motions, jury instructions and selection, judgments and orders, and notices of appeal. Emphasizes practice in Alaska and development of professional skills. Legal specialty course.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71578	601	W	2:30PM - 5:15PM	PSB 109	Fortson, Hardy	August 28 - December 16	16

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A495 Legal Studies Internship 3 - 6 Credits

  Legal Studies Internship

  Provides specially arranged practicum experience for advanced Legal Studies students. Expands knowledge and skills through placement in an online simulated law office. Emphasizes professional skills development. Legal specialty course. Special Note: Individualized field placements in law-related work settings may be approved. May be repeated for maximum of 6 credits. Registration Restrictions: Internship coordinator approval.

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:71579	801	Croft, Eric	August 28 - December 16	6