ADMJ 1
Introduction to Administration of Justice
Course Description
This course is an introduction to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the United States. The content focuses on examining crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, response to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system. It also examines the evolution of the principles and approaches utilized by the justice system in crime control and the evolving forces that have shaped those principles and approaches. The justice component structures and processes are examined in a cross-cultural context, emphasizing the relationship and partnership between the police and the diverse community populations. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, the legal process, sentencing, and incarceration policies.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28151 | ADMJ 1 | 01F | ·T·R··· | 02:30 PM-04:20 PM | DuJuan Green | HOMSTD |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
ADMJ 1.01F: In-Person OFF-CAMPUS. This class meets each week on scheduled days and times as noted in the class listing. Located at Homestead High School. Open to all students. This class is located at Homestead High School, 21370 Homestead Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014. Any questions, please contact rodrigueztrantiffany@fhda.edu.
Class Materials
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Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Pass/Fail Grading
- Also Listed As
- ADMJ 1 (P); POLI 10 (C)
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
- Limitation on Enrollment
- (Not open to students with credit in the cross-listed course(s).) (Also listed as POLI D010.)