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This course is designed to explore the role of the police in American society. Attention is given to the origins of policing, the nature of police organizations and police work, and patterns of relations between the police and the public. The values of a democratic society as they affect the law enforcement role are discussed.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the graduate program in Criminology and Criminal Justice; or admission to the UNO graduate program and permission of instructor.