Aboriginal people in Western Australia are among the most imprisoned people in the world. This unit analyses the over-representation of Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system in Australia, and particularly in Western Australia. It involves an examination of Aboriginal contact with all facets of the justice system including issues of policing, court processes and approaches to corrections. The unit considers the position of both juveniles and adults and includes a consideration of traditional forms of conflict resolution in Aboriginal communities. Where relevant, the unit also draws on experiences in other jurisdictions, notably Canada and New Zealand.<br/><br/>The unit examines... -- Course Website
