CJ 227 - Law & Society

Institution:

Dominican University New York

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Description:

While the focus of this course is on the origin and development of criminal law through history, significant attention is given to contemporary issues and controversies. Specfic emphasis is placed on the elements required by law to constitute a crime, the significance of the mental state of the defendant, the burden of proof in trails, and goals of the prescribed punishments available to courts. In addition, this course looks at issues such as the rule of law and its crucial role in democracy; and the relationship between law, especially constitutional law, and individual rights. Prerequisites: CJ 113 and SO 111

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dc.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 359-7800

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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