POLS 4429 - Legal Theory & Philosophy

3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course examines different theories of jurisprudence and great thinkers of law. Students will learn about leal procedures, the stages of a trial, the appeals process. Students will also analyze core legal concepts such as habeas corpus, judicial power, judicial review, originalism, stare decisis, positivism, consequentialism, strict construction, judicial activism, judicial nominalism, and judicial restraint.