AIS 315 - Criminal Justice in Indian Country

Units: 3

Examines American Indians in the U.S. criminal justice system and the discriminatory laws rooted in colonialism affecting American Indians, that have become institutionalized. Provides overview of crime, jurisdictional complexities among sovereign nations, and focuses on American Indian approaches to justice. Introduces the critical dimensions of criminal justice in Indian Country, as well as training in the application of knowledge, skills, and theory to assist in advocacy to policy development.

Satisfies GE area: DD

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