Pl 247 - Philosophy of Law

Institution:

Saint Peter's University

Subject:

Description:

A philosophical investigation of both analytic and normative jurisprudence. An examination of the debate between "higher law" theory and legal positivism,the nature of law, the relationship between law and morals, theories of rights, constitutionalism, crime and punishment, law and economics.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.saintpeters.edu

Phone Number:

(201) 761-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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