Course Description Criminal Justice is the structure, function, and decision making processes of agencies which deal with both the management and control of crime as well as with criminal offenders. The three aspects of the Criminal Justice system are the police, the courts, and the corrections system. This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of criminal justice, law and the legal system. It will also examine major components of the criminal justice system. This class is designed to help students become more active and knowledgeable citizens by engaging in a critical examination of their legal rights and responsibilities. The ultimate goal of the course is to provide students with a deeper knowledge of the law and their rights as US citizens.