CRJU 6171

Homicide Studies

This class examines criminal homicide from all angles: the offenders, the victims, the police, prosecution, defense, jurors, and judges. It looks at investigative techniques and the latest science involved in criminal investigation, jury selection, and other criminal justice system issues. It focuses on what is arguably the most serious form of homicide, murder, exploring sensational cases that involve delving into the psyche of murderers. Restrictions: Restricted to Graduate and Graduate Non-Degree majors within CU Denver.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 3 to 3