Administration of Justice
About Us
We offer both Associate in Arts (AA) and Associate in Science (AS-T) degree programs that prepares students interested in a career in:
- Law enforcement;
- Police, community or corrections officer;
- Pre-law;
- Criminal justice.
Our program is taught using well-established academic theories in the social sciences and from the perspective of the practitioner. With this, our students are aware and understands what administration of justice professionals do as well as an appreciation of the political, social, cultural, and philosophical forces that shape policies and practices in the administration of justice system.
Our two-year program combines instruction in corrections, law enforcement, and security
with general education courses. The program has been authorized by the Commission
on Peace Officer Standards and Training and the Board of Corrections to offer certain
technical and specialized courses.
Chabot College has been a proud participant in the 2+2+3 Pathway to Law School Initiative
since its inception. We are currently updating our program and will resume our participation
upon completion. Please check back soon for additional information! Learn more
Contact Us
Full Time Faculty
Cheryl Mackey
Department Chair
(510) 723-6973
cmackey@chabotcollege.edu
Office: Building 400 (402J)
Part Time Faculty
Bronze Star Program
Students enrolled in our ADMJ program had a 143% increase in earnings.
Announcements
Spring 2023 Courses
The following courses are available for you to register in today, don't wait!! Log on to your Class Web to see additional details and register with the CRN.
CRN: 32033 Professor Moore
Fully Online, 1/17/23 - 5/26/23 ADMJ 42 - Leadership & Integrity
CRN: 32085 Professor Johnson
Thursday 1:30pm - 2:45pm,
1/30/23 - 5/26/23
CRN: 30051, Professor Palermini
Tuesday/Thursday 9:00 - 10:15am,
02/06/23 - 5/26/23 CRN: 30561, Professor Moore
Monday/Wednesday 10:30 - 11:45am (Zoom)
01/17/23 - 5/26/23 CRN: 31089, Professor McAllister
Fully Online, 1/30/23 - 5/19/23 ADMJ 54 - Investigative Reporting
CRN: 30324, Professor Johnson
Fully Online, 1/30/23 - 5/26/23 ADMJ 55 - Intro to Correctional Science
CRN: 32032, Professor Mackey
Fully Online, 1/30/23 - 5/19/23 ADMJ 60 - Criminal Law
CRN: 31071, Professor Mackey
Tuesday/Thursday 10:30 - 11:45am,
1/17/23 - 5/26/23 CRN: 30052, Professor Mackey
Tuesday 1:30 - 3:30pm (Hybrid),
2/26/23 - 5/26/23 CRN: 31424, Professor Mackey
Fully Online, 3/20/23 - 5/19/23 ADMJ 61 - Criminal Evidence
CRN: 30053, Professor Graham
Monday 12:00-1:15 pm (Hybrid),
1/217/23 - 5/26/23 ADMJ 63 - Criminal Investigation
CRN: 30230, Professor Johnson
Tuesday 1:30 - 2:45pm,
1/30/23 - 5/26/23 ADMJ 70 - Community Relations
CRN: 30054, Professor McAllister
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:15pm (Zoom Hybrid),
01/30/23 - 5/26/23 ADMJ 80 - Criminal Court Process
CRN: 31092, Professor Mackey
Fully Online, 01/30/23 - 5/19/23 ADMJ 85 - Introduction to Forensics
CRN: 32729, Professor Nielson
Monday 9:00 - 11:30am (Hybrid)
02/6/23 - 5/19/23
* Please visit the Chabot College Paralegal Studies webpage for further information regarding paralegal courses
Join the Law & Justice Club
We meet the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month during the Fall and Spring semesters. Please check the Law & Justice Club Page for updates. (All meetings suspended until further notice)
If you would like to join the club and recieve emails, please feel free to email us
at:
chabotlawandjustice@gmail.com
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Degrees/Certificates
Associate in Sciences for Transfer (AS-T)
Chabot College offers an Associate in Sciences for Transfer Degree in Administration
of Justice specifically designed to prepare students to transfer to a California State
University offering a major in Administration of Justice/Criminal Justice. View the
required courses.
Associate in Arts (AA)
This Administration of Justice degree prepares students for careers in the fields
of law enforcement, probation, parole, security, and related criminal justice fields
along with related technical occupations. View the required courses.
Course Descriptions
Administration of Justice 40: Juvenile Procedures (3 Units)
This course is an examination of the origin, development, and organization of the
juvenile justice system as it evolved in the U.S. justice system. The course explores
the theories that focus on juvenile law, courts and processes, and the constitutional
protections extended to juveniles in the U.S. justice system.
Administration of Justice 42: Leadership and Integrity (3 Units)
This course will examine the impact of leadership, effective communication and organizational
integrity in establishing trust in the administration of justice system. Beginning
with initial contact with citizens to adjudication and punishment, this course will
analyze the challenges of the complex procedures and process that impact the legal
system and the lives of people. This course will emphasize the importance of ethical
behavior and ethical leadership by individuals and organizations as a philosophy.
Administration of Justice 45: Law and Democracy (3 Units)
The Law and Democracy course is an interdisciplinary exploration of themes such as
equality, citizenship, participation, access, and social justice. We will look critically
at how law structures as well as limits democracy and examine the idea of democracy
as a universal value. We will look critically at how law structures as well as limits
democracy and examine the idea of democracy as a universal value. May not receive
credit if POSC 45 has been completed. Prerequisite: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade
of "C" or higher) or , POSC 1 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher)
Administration of Justice 50: Introduction to the Administration of Justice (3 Units)
This is an introductory course that examines the characteristics of the criminal justice
system in the United States. The course covers the history, theory, and philosophy
of administration of justice and the evolution of the principles, operational practices,
and structure of the police, courts, and corrections agencies. Particular emphasis
is placed on crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, and the challenges
and opportunities for law enforcement in an increasingly diverse society. Students
are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, legal processes, and
sentencing and incarceration policies. This course is also offered online.
Administration of Justice 54: Investigative Reporting (3 Units)
Investigative reports with emphasis upon accuracy and necessary details. Includes
arrest reports, incident reports and miscellaneous field reports. Techniques and methods
used to cover information; how to analyze and present information in a clear and concise
report.
Administration of Justice 55: Introduction to Correctional Science (3 Units)
This course provides a critical analysis of punishment and the modern correctional
process as utilized in the rehabilitation of adult and juvenile offenders. Exploration
of the various types of punishment, alternatives to punishment, types of correctional
institutions, and the impact of punishment on the criminal justice system.
Administration of Justice 60: Criminal Law (3 Units)
This course offers an analysis of the doctrine of criminal liability in the United
States and the classification of crimes against persons, property, morals, and public
welfare. Special emphasis is placed on the classification of crime, the general elements
of particular crimes, and defenses to crime. This course utilizes case law and case
studies to introduce students to criminal law and will include some limited discussion
of prosecution and defense decision making, criminal culpability, and defenses to
crime. This course is also offered online.
Administration of Justice 61: Evidence (3 Units)
This course examines the origins, development, philosophy and the constitutional basis
for the rules of evidence. During the course of the semester, we will explore the
rules and policies governing the kinds of information which can be received at trial,
how evidence can be properly developed and obtained by law enforcement officers, and
how evidence may be considered by the judge and/or jury. Topics are considered from
both a theoretical and a practical viewpoint.
Administration of Justice 63: Criminal Investigation (3 Units)
This course addresses the techniques, procedures, and ethical issues in the investigation
of crime, including organization of the investigative process, crime scene searches,
interviewing and interrogating, surveillance, source of information, utility of evidence,
scientific analysis of evidence and the role of the investigator in the trial process.
Administration of Justice 69: Sex Crime Investigation (3 Units)
Sexual assault investigations; human behavior in relation to sexual attitudes and
behavior; sexual assault laws and investigations; interview and interrogation techniques;
court preparation and trial phase; and sex crime prevention.
Administration of Justice 70: Community Relations (3 Units)
This course examines the complex, dynamic relationship between communities and the
justice system in addressing crime and conflict with an emphasis on the challenges
and prospects of administering justice within a diverse multicultural population.
Topics covered may include crime prevention, restorative justice, conflict resolution,
and ethics.
Administration of Justice 74: Gangs and Drugs (2 Units)
Definition of a gang and gang activity. Historical and cultural aspects. Inter-relationships
among local, national and international gangs, including prison gangs. Gang activity
in relation to drug trafficking.
Administration of Justice 79: Homicide Investigation (3 Units)
Analysis of the death case in order to arrive at the true cause and manner of the
death, whether it be murder, suicide, accidental or natural. Emphasis on importance
to investigation of the death scene.
Administration of Justice 80: Criminal Court Process (3 Units)
This course examines due process and the constitutional, statutory and rule-based
issues that arise in the formal processing of a criminal case from pre-arrest through
trial and appeal. This course is also offered online.
Administration of Justice 85: Introduction to Forensics (3 Units)
This course provides an introduction to the role of forensics in criminal investigations.
It examines the methods utilized in the forensic analysis of crime scenes, pattern
evidence, instruments, firearms, documents and controlled substances.
Administration of Justice 89: Family Violence (3 Units)
Origins of violence in the family including child abuse from the administration of
justice perspective. Specific types of violent interactions and abuse among family
members and responsible adults. Emphasis on techniques for use by peace officers and
other social service professionals to intervene effectively.
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