3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
This course explores the role of discretion within the criminal legal system. Discretionary power is examined in terms of the ethical challenges it raises, the risks of bias it presents, and its role in flexible and humane decision-making. Examined in this course will be factors that influence decision-making at key junctures in the criminal legal system, from arrest to parole to detention reviews. By exploring the manner in which discretion operates, this course offers a critical lens into forces that shape 'justice' in practice.
Prerequisites
CRIM 304, CRIM 305, or CRIM 330
Course Outlines
Please note: Course outlines of record posted may vary from the section syllabus distributed by each instructor (e.g. textbooks, assignments, timing of midterms).
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 Fall 2026 onwards |