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

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Social Science

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

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.