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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CRM 2300 - Hate Crimes

Credits: 4
This course examines prejudice, bigotry and hate and how they are manifested in criminal behavior. The criminology theory for hate crime is reviewed, as well as historical perspectives of this crime category. Various groups who have been labeled as supporting or engaging in hate crimes and domestic terrorism are studied. Focus is placed on federal and state laws and the dynamics of the criminal justice system’s response to hate crimes.
Prerequisite(s): C- or better in CRM 1000  
Three hours a week.