PHL 381 - Philosophy of Law

Institution:

Iona University

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Description:

An examination of some classical and contemporary attempts to define and/or explicate the concept of law, the nature of legal reasoning, and the relationships among legal systems and customs, traditions and moral ideas. Attention directed to theories of natural law, legal positivism, legal realism and sociological jurisprudence. Consideration of problems involved in notions of international law, legal obligation, due process and the morality of the criminal law. 3 credits. AY

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iona.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 633-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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