PO 333 - Sup Ct/Const

Institution:

Dominican University New York

Subject:

Description:

This course traces the origins, functions, and transformation of the Supreme Court from the somewhat unwanted stepchild of government to the supreme arbiter of constitutionalism that it has become. Topics covered include constitutional doctrines, the political elements of the Supreme Court, separation of powers, federalism, the nationalization of the Bill of Rights, freedom of expression, privacy, and equal protection under the law. Both scholarly analysis and Supreme Court decisions are used to elaborate concepts and issues.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dc.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 359-7800

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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