SOC 170 - Sociology of Law

Institution:

Hofstra University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Semester Hours: 3 Once a year Social organization of the United States legal structure and de- facto processes; societal values and the social bases of law. Empirical studies of the legal profession, juries and judicial decision-making models. The capacity of law to affect social behavior.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hofstra.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 463-6600

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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