PLJ 250. Drugs, Crime and Law in Latin America
This course explores the problems facing Latin America in relation to drugs and crime. The course focuses on the conditions giving rise to crime, drug trafficking and drug addiction in Latin America. It offers a basic understanding of international legal and human rights standards and law enforcement efforts that apply in addressing the issues of drugs and crime. Particular emphasis is placed on hemispheric strategies to combat drug use and narcotics trafficking (Offered Fall 2006.)
Prerequisite:
English 101. In addition: sophomore standing or above; or permission of the section instructor.
3 hours
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3 credits
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