POSC 3370 Adjudication Processes

This course is an in-depth examination of the structure and process of the judicial system in the United States, both at the federal and the state levels. Topics to be discussed include: roles and behavior of various actors within the judicial system, the process of civil and criminal law in the United States, and the relationship between law and politics and courts and society.

Registration Name

Adjudication Processes

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Think critically and analytically about the forces and factors that shape the behavior of our judicial system and other important aspects in the adjudication process in the United States.
2. Promote critical thought and reflection about the role of law and politics in the Federal and State courts.
3. Interpret varying points of view as to the functions of the Courts and their effect on the U.S. Bill of Rights.
4. Understand the issues that impact our rights in the U.S. Constitution, the courts, and their daily application in the judicial system.
5. The ability to use the offered theories to analyze and critically assess issues that will be covered in class.
6. Expanded critical analysis skills through the readings in the book and lectures and in-class discussions.