POLS 305 - Trial Law and Procedure

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

POLITICAL SCIENCE

Description:

This course is an introduction to the rules governing trial procedures in civil and criminal lawsuits. Course Objectives (1) Provide students with familiarity with the trial process (2) Examine different approaches to understanding the persuasive process (3) Describe and explain the requirements of trial preparation (4) Examine the role of judge and jury at the trial (5) Examine the differing considerations in determining the admissibility of evidence (6) Explain the role and structure of opening and closing statements (7) Examine and explain different techniques of cross-examination (8) Explain how expert and scientific may be used and challenged at trial (9) Describe motions and pleadings at different points in the proceeding - from pre-trial to post-trial motions and the appeal process

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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