Class Details

POLI 10
Introduction to Administration of Justice

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the United States. The content focuses on examining crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, response to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system. It also examines the evolution of the principles and approaches utilized by the justice system in crime control and the evolving forces that have shaped those principles and approaches. The justice component structures and processes are examined in a cross-cultural context, emphasizing the relationship and partnership between the police and the diverse community populations. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, the legal process, sentencing, and incarceration policies.

Class Details

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
POLI-010.-01Y-: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units

4 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

Letter Grading

Also Listed As

POLI 10;

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.

Cross Listed Course(s)

• ADMJ 1 - Introduction to Administration of Justice (4 Units)