CJC-217 Issues in Constitutional Law

A study of Constitutional Law, including constitutional aspects of criminal law and procedure. Special emphasis will be placed on civil liberties, and individual rights guaranteed and protected by the Constitution. Legal principles, government reactions, and limits of the Constitution will also be examined. Specific attention and analysis will be given to landmark Supreme Court cases in order to emphasize the constitutional aspects of criminal justice.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CJC-100

Department

• Social Science

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CJC 217: Issues in Constitutional Law

Department

Social Science

Course Description

A study of Constitutional Law, including constitutional aspects of criminal law and procedure. Special emphasis will be placed on civil liberties, and individual rights guaranteed and protected by the Constitution. Legal principles, government reactions, and limits of the Constitution will also be examined. Specific attention and analysis will be given to landmark Supreme Court cases in order to emphasize the constitutional aspects of criminal justice.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture	3
Lab	0
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Prerequisites

CJC-100

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify basic concepts and theories of Constitutional Law.
2. Explain how Constitutional Law affects criminal procedure and civil liberties.
3. Explain the history and structure of the U.S. Constitution.
4. Relate landmark Supreme Court cases to criminal procedure.

Topic Outline

1. Basic Civics & the State and Federal Court Systems
   1. Structure and History of the Constitution
   2. Federalism
   3. Bill of Rights
   4. Property Rights
   5. Search and Seizure, Self-Incrimination, Right to Counsel
   6. Freedom of Speech and Religion
   7. Privacy, Equal Protection, Due Process
   8. Death Penalty and Double Jeopardy
   9. Landmark Supreme Court Cases