POSC 207 - Constitutional Law and its Practice

Institution:

Denison University

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Description:

This course examines the basic principles of the U.S. Constitutional framework from an interdisciplinary perspective. What is the purpose and function of the law in society? How does the legal process work through precedents, legal reasoning and case law? What are civil rights and civil liberties? This course also teaches the skills of practicing the law, including how to write a legal brief and how to present oral argument in a legal setting. As part of the practical component of this course, all students will be required to participate with the Denison Moot Court team. The team will conduct a comprehensive analysis of two specific constitutional issues, and present oral argument at regional and national competitions of the American Collegiate Moot Court Association.(4 credits)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.denison.edu

Phone Number:

(740) 587-0810

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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