Department of Criminology and Criminal Jusitice

Center for Criminal Justice Policy Research

The Center for Criminal Justice Policy Research conducts research exploring the sources of disproportionate minority contact (DMC) with the criminal and juvenile justice systems. The Center works in partnership with community stakeholders in both governmental and non-profit civic capacities. The Center coordinates the implementation, design and evaluation of policies that promote social justice and enhance public safety through community-based programming. The Center draws upon faculty and students across several disciplines.