PS 275 - Legal Processes Through Civil Rights and Liberties

Institution:

Lane Community College

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Description:

4 credits This course introduces students to basic concepts of the legal system by focusing on the civil rights and liberties of American citizens. Among the legal principles covered are how the court system is organized, the differences between civil and criminal law, and how court cases are appealed. Fundamental civil rights and liberties covered include the issues of free speech, unreasonable search and seizure, the right to counsel, the impact of the Patriot Act on these rights, the right to privacy including a woman's right to control her own body, freedom of religion, the separation of church and state, and the equal protection of the laws dealing with discrimination in America.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Lanecc.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 463-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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