CRMJ 360 - Gangs and Groups

3 Credit Hours

This course will provide an overview on the origins, and risk factors of street gangs. This course will provide an overview on the definitions, state statues, and identifying factors of street gangs. The social factors and influences that affect participation in street gangs will be addressed as will the growth and migration of street gangs. This course will also examine the influence that gangs have on schools, the military, businesses, and the criminal justice system. This course will finish with a look at the potential solutions cities have used in helping individuals exit gang life.