CJ 420 - Criminal Law:The Appellate Process W

Institution:

Virginia Wesleyan University

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Description:

Provides students with an understanding of a criminal appeal. While reviewing an actual criminal trial transcript, students are required to develop legal issues for an appeal. After discovering the precise legal issues, students prepare a legal brief for an appellate court's review. An emphasis is placed on the students' ability to create a well-reasoned argument within the context of a written legal brief. Prerequisites: CJ 387, junior/senior status, and consent. Offered fall of odd-numbered years.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.vwu.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 455-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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