Legal Studies

Liberal Studies B.A. Degree Program: Legal Studies

Legal studies courses with a...
CPO prefix = political science
CSO prefix = sociology
CSS prefix = general social sciences

American Constitutional Law
Introduces the historical and political debates that resulted in the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. Case law and collateral readings relevant to the construction of the U.S. constitutional government are used to explore: theories of jurisprudence; structures of courts; aspects of litigation; the nature and scope of judicial review and constitutional adjudication; the role of the judiciary in the maintenance of national power.
CPO3050.20 / 4 credits
John Howard
Tues. & Thurs., 6:30–10:05 p.m.
Session II: June 10–July 24
Social Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1002

Crime and Delinquency
Crime and delinquency are analyzed as social phenomena, and their relationship to various social institutions is examined. Students are also given an overview of the theories of crime causation, as well as the nature and role of the police, courts, and prisons in society.
CSO3550.20 / 4 credits
Joseph Victor
Tues. & Thurs., 6:30–10:05 p.m.
Session II: June 10–July 24
Natural Sciences Bldg., Rm. 3001

The Law and Film
An examination of how law functions (or malfunctions), using contemporary films to illustrate the U.S. criminal justice system. Students review series of films and compare them to literature and contemporary realities. Topics include: arrest, interrogation, and the right to an attorney; preparation for trial and jury selection; the conduct of a trial, including opening statements, examinations and cross-examinations of witnesses, and sentencing; and imprisonment. Also offered as FTF 3055.
CSS3055.70 (Intensive) / 4 credits
Basil Apostle
Mon.–Fri., 9:00 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Session IV: July 7–25
Humanities Bldg., Rm. 2072

NEW! Cyberspace Law
The existence of the Internet has significantly changed the way people live and work, and has presented interesting legal questions and challenges. This course examines some of these questions, ranging from what it means to click on an “I Agree” button to where one “is” (in legal terms) on the Internet. Topics include privacy issues, cybercrime, and recent case law.
CSS3375.20 / 4 credits
Alexander Levine
Mon. & Wed., 6:30–10:05 p.m.
Session II: June 9–July 23
Social Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1003

Law, Ethics, and the Media
The First Amendment allows the mass media certain freedoms to publish, broadcast, advertise, and promote. Yet with those rights come responsibilities. This course examines the legal and ethical dimensions and issues involved with contemporary American mass media. Also offered as AHU 3755.
CSS3755.70 (Intensive) / 4 credits
John Breslin
Mon.–Fri., 2:00–5:20 p.m.
Session IV: July 7–25
Social Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1002

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Posted Feb. 20, 2008