CCJ 2013 — Introduction to Victimology
This course is about victims of crime. It provides an introduc- tory level review of the many facets of criminal victimization and the efforts to assist crime victims. The course covers a wide range of topics including trends and interpretations of victimization research, laws, programs, and services, the emo- tional and social impact of crime, victim rights and restitution and the extent of participation by victims in the criminal justice process.