CJ 440 - 440 Substance Use and Criminal Behavior

This advanced course examines the complex relationship between substance use and criminal activity through theoretical and practical perspectives. Students will analyze the drug–crime nexus, co-occurring mental health conditions, and emerging drug trends to inform prevention and treatment strategies. The course emphasizes evidence-based approaches to rehabilitation, policy reform, and ethical considerations, preparing students to propose humane and effective responses to drug-related crime. Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 Contact Hours: 45/00/00/45 Prerequisite: CJ 365 Psychological Traits and Criminology. Corequisite: None.