PSYC 166 PZ -Legitimacy of the Legal System

Institution: Pitzer

Description: This seminar examines psychological, sociological, and criminological theories and research pertaining to the legitimacy of and citizens’ trust in the criminal justice system. Specific topics to be explored include process- and outcome-based models of regulation, legal socialization, crime reporting, compliance, and institutional and community policing. Special attention will be paid to evaluating research on the timely topic of citizens’ attitudes regarding law enforcement, police-initiated shootings, and racial profiling. Potential biases within the criminal justice system will be explored. The role of race, gender, and class in the legal process will be discussed in detail.

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 010 PZ. Please also check the current course schedule for requirements.

Note(s): Satisfies: SOC, SEM, DIV

For up-to-date information on current course offerings and details, please refer to the Pitzer class schedule on MyCampus2 Portal.