PHIL 4740 - Philosophy of Law

Institution:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Description:

The course examines the following questions: What is law What is the relationship between law and morality Is there a moral obligation not to break the law Detailed examination is given to the concepts of liberty, justice, responsibility, and punishment. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: one philosophy or STS course or permission of instructor. When Offered: Offered on availability of instructor. Cross Listed: Cross-listed as STSH 4320. Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and STSH 4320. Credit Hours: 4

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rpi.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 276-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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