LGL 212 - Criminal Law

3 Credits

This course explores the basic concepts of criminal law, criminal procedure, and the development of the American criminal justice system. Students will learn how the criminal justice system works, including how cases proceed from the filing of criminal charges, to arrest, to arraignment, to pre-trial, to trial, to sentencing, and to appeal. Lecture and assignments are designed to familiarize students with the application of criminal laws, statutes, and procedural processes.