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3.00 Credits
A general introduction to the study of the U.S. system of criminal justice. The crime problem, the police, the judicial system, and correctional agencies are examined. Special emphasis will be placed on depicting both the legal and behavioral realities of each stage of the criminal justice process. Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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This course examines the legal structure of the family with emphasis on juvenile law as it applies to minors. Emphasis is placed on the rights of minors and the family court system. Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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3.00 Credits
Students will be given a disorganized case file, including correspondence, pleadings, discovery (i.e., interrogatories, requests for production, deposition notices, etc.), deposition transcripts, attorney notes, research, and other documents typical to a real-life case file. Class discussion will deal with how to (1) properly organize a case file, (2) digest depositions, (3) prepare pleading and discovery binders, and (4) prepare a tickler and calendar system. Each student will turn in a completely organized case file at the end of the semester. Students also prepare a closing binder in connection with a real estate transaction. This course is intended to give students practical experience in file management. This course has no exams. Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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3.00 Credits
Lawyers and their clients have a right to privacy. Learn the fundamental and current issues of privacy laws in the U.S. legal system. Topics include the Federal HIPPAA Privacy Rule for Health Information, privacy issues on the internet, electronic surveillance, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, the Children's On- Line Privacy Protection Act, and financial data privacy rules under Gramm-Lech Bliley, as well as other topics. Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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Students learn how to prepare and complete all documents necessary for both a residential and a commercial real estate closing. Each document is explained in detail, including how to obtain all necessary information. Students learn about HUD-1 settlement sheets, mortgages, promissory notes, deeds, affidavits of title, title insurance, surveys, legal descriptions, and agreements of sale. Students are also involved in mock real estate settlements. Each student prepares a real estate closing binder in connection with a real estate transaction, including the preparation and completion of all of the above listed documents. Prerequisite: LEI 203.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the law of testamentary disposition; the common instruments used in testamentary dispositions; and the formalities for validity, construction, and interpretation of wills, trusts, and other post-death transfer devices. Emphasis will be placed on the probate process, estate administration, and federal and state tax concerns. Prerequisites: LEI 101 and 102.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of constitutional law providing students with an overview of the following areas: judicial, legislative, and executive powers; property rights; due process; freedom of speech; freedom of religion; the right to privacy; and discrimination. Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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3.00 Credits
A comprehensive survey of the modern real estate property transaction, covering the drafting of basic documents involved in transfer of land-such as deeds, mortgages, sales agreements, and options-and a review of federal and state regulation of land transfer. Emphasis is placed on ownership rights, survey and land descriptions, encumbrances, easements and licenses, financing, title examinations, real estate closings, and leases. (Classroom & NetCampus delivery.) Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the trial process, examining pre-trial preparation and documentation, making a trial notebook, and preparing complex litigation for trial. Post-trial motion practice and appellate practice are also discussed. Emphasis is placed on jury selection, opening statements, evidence, direct and cross examination, and closing arguments. Prerequisites: LEI 101, 102, 104, and 205.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of civil practice and procedure, beginning with the filing of a complaint and extending through discovery, pretrial motions, trial, post-trial motions, and the appeal. Emphasis is placed on cause of action, time limitations, case investigation, purposes of motions, depositions, settlements, and dismissals. Prerequisites: LEI 101 and 231.
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