Human Rights and the Criminal Justice System

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course examines the relationship between human rights and the criminal justice system in Canada and globally. Students explore how human rights shape laws, policies, and practices in policing, courts, and corrections. Topics include the rights of the accused, treatment of marginalized groups, racial profiling, unlawful detention, and the prohibition of torture. Through case studies and legal analysis, students assess human rights' role in justice and fairness. Emphasizing theory and practice, the course prepares students for careers in law enforcement, legal practice, policymaking, and advocacy. Crosslisted: HR-3471 Restrictions: Student's cannot take this course and the cross-listed course HR-3471. Requisite Courses: CJ-1002 or HR-2100 or HR-2200 [prerequisite(s)].