POS 2093 - Criminal Law

Institution:

Manhattanville College

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Description:

This course introduces students to the major crimes and defenses of contemporary American criminal law. Topics include homicide and murder, voluntary and involuntary manslaughter, vehicular homicide, premeditation and intent, the insanity defense, conspiracy, and the death penalty. Attention is given to works of political and social theory on the cause of crime and the purposes of punishment. The course culminates in a mock murder trial in which students play the roles of attorneys, defendants, witnesses, and jurors. Required for Criminal Law concentrators and minors. Legal Studies concentrators/minors must take Criminal Procedure or this course. (Spring)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.manhattanville.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 694-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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