The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

CRIJ 3331 Legal Aspects of Corrections

Examination of the legal problems and principles from conviction through release. Topics may include sentencing and sentencing guidelines, probation, incarceration, conditional release, post-conviction remedies, and prisoners' and probationers' rights.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ENGL 1301 (or ENGL 1387) and [ENGL 1302 (ENGL 1388) or ENGL 1305] with a grade of 'C' or better and sophomore standing.

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Criminal Justice

Offered

Fall/Spring/Summer