CRMN 4037U – Youth Justice Policy

This course provides students with an understanding of the contours and purposes of various juvenile justice systems in selected countries, including Canada, through examination of various cases, legislative initiatives and social forces that have affected juvenile justice policy in these countries. In addition to examining the evolution of these juvenile justice systems, learners will examine changing approaches to the policing and adjudication of juvenile offenders, as well as the transformation of juvenile courts. Finally, students will gain an understanding of contemporary issues in juvenile justice in Canada and elsewhere, and an appreciation for the policy and analytical value of comparative methods.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Fourth-year standing in Faculty of Social Science and Humanities and CRMN 3027U.
Credit restriction(s): SSCI 3037U