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Criminal Justice

The Associate of Applies Science Degree (AAS) in Criminal Justice is designed to provide students with knowledge of American law, Tribal law and the legal process in general. The degree prepares the student for employment as a Lay Advocate/Paralegal in the Tribal Court System, employment as a legal assistant or other employment involving entry level legal work.

Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements


Core I
Communications

6
Core VI
Computer Technology

3
Core II
Mathematics and Science

12
Core V
Native American Studies

4
Total Credit Hours:12

Program of Study Courses

CJUS 121Introduction to Criminal Justice

3
CJUS 200Principles of Criminal Law

3
CJUS 207Family Law

3
CJUS 209Will, Probate, And Property Law

3
CJUS 211Civil Procedure/Litigation

3
CJUS 231Criminal Evidence

3
CJUS 275Constitutional Law, The U.S. and Fort Peck Constitutions

3
CJUS 291Special Topics Bar Exam

3
COMX 111Public Speaking

3
LEG 184Legal Ethics

3
LEG 186Introduction to Legal Research

3
LEG 187Legal Research and Writing I

3
LEG 189Criminal Procedure

3
PSCI 210Introduction To American Government

3
SOCI 101Introduction To Sociology

3
Total Credit Hours:48

Total Credit Hours: 60

Program Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the U.S. Constitution as the legal foundation for American Law and how the Indian Civil Rights Act (ICRA) applies to Civil rights in Indian Country.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the powers and limitations of Indian law, State Law, Federal law and legal precedent
  • Demonstrate a foundational understanding of civil and criminal law sufficient to obtain employment as a paralegal or lay advocate in tribal court or entry level employment as a legal assistant.