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Justice Studies
Description: This course examines substantive criminal law as it is applied to local, state, and federal criminal justice systems. Numerous crimes such as homicide, theft, and conspiracy are examined, and defenses such as self-defense and insanity are scrutinized. A primary focus of the course is the utilization and interpretation of criminal statues. Court decisions will be used to address various sources and types of criminal laws. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
No sections currently offered.
Justice Studies
Term : Fall 2015
Catalog Year : 2015-2016
JUS 135 - Substantive Criminal Law
Description: This course examines substantive criminal law as it is applied to local, state, and federal criminal justice systems. Numerous crimes such as homicide, theft, and conspiracy are examined, and defenses such as self-defense and insanity are scrutinized. A primary focus of the course is the utilization and interpretation of criminal statues. Court decisions will be used to address various sources and types of criminal laws. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
No sections currently offered.