This course examines substantive criminal law, specifically covering the statutes, U.S. Constitution, and case law used in the system. It covers the elements and evidence required to convict or acquit criminal defendants. The course challenges students to analyze cases from the perspectives of the opposing attorneys.

Credits: 3
Hours: 3

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Clearly articulate an issue or problem.
2. identify, analyze, and evaluate ideas, data, and arguments as they occur in their own or others' work.
3. Acknowledge limitations such as perspective and bias.
4. Develop well-reasoned (logical) arguments to form judgments and/or draw conclusions.