ADJ 227 - Constitutional Law for Justice Personnel

Institution:

Southside Virginia Community College

Subject:

Description:

Surveys the basic guarantees of liberty described in the U. S. Constitution and the historical development of these restrictions on government power, primarily through U. S. Supreme Court decisions. Reviews rights of free speech, press, assembly, as well as criminal procedure guarantees (to counsel, jury trial, habeas corpus, etc.) as they apply to the activities of those in the criminal justice system. Lecture 3 hours per week. College reading and writing competence required.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.southside.edu

Phone Number:

(888) 222-7822

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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