CJ 220 Intro To Substantive Law

Surveys the historical development and philosophy of law and constitutional provisions applicable to the policing function; the definition and classification of crimes and their application to our system of justice; and the legal research, case law and concepts of law as a social force.

Credits

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AGS Social Science, AAOT Social Sciences,

Outcomes

Explain the sources of modern criminal law. Explain the general categories of crime. Compare and contrast the nature of the criminal and civil law. Understand and explain the elements of crimes. Explain the concept of criminal responsibility. Understand and explain the defenses to crimes.