Introduction to Law, which would be offered alongside POLS 3313 American Judicial Institutions, is a course for Political Science majors. It would explain for students a number of basics, from the differences between civil and criminal trials, similarities and differences between state and national courts, selection of judicial nominees, structures of courts, the appellate court system, and an overview of the legal profession. We will also look at an overview of the Supreme Court history, landmark decisions, and judicial philosophies from John Marshall to the 2000s.

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0