MCJ 6190 - Legal Foundations of Criminal Justice

Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Broad survey of foundational legal topics relevant to criminal justice, including: criminal law, search and seizure, bail, right to counsel, self-incrimination, lineups, responsibilities of courtroom legal actors, speedy trial, impartial jury, plea bargaining, double jeopardy, sentencing law, inmate rights, juvenile law, death penalty law, and basic rules of evidence.