PHI 351 - Philosophy of Law

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William Jewell College

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Description:

This course is an examination of the philosophical foundations of law and of the relationship of law to morality. Fundamental questions concerning the concept of law as presented in the natural law tradition, legal positivism, legal realism, and critical legal studies will be considered. The course will also investigate the nature of legal reasoning and important normative issues including theories of justice, equality, the structure and content of rights, responsibility,and punishment. Students will read classic works by Aquinas, Marx, and Mill, as well as contemporary writings by Hart, Dworkin, Fuller, and others. Philosophy of law will be of interest not only to students considering a career in law, but to anyone concerned with the nature, purpose, scope, and justification of law.

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jewell.edu

Phone Number:

(816) 415-5979

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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