CRJ 1133 - Legal Systems & Terminology

3 Credits

This course includes an overview of the legal system as well as the roles, functions, and duties of members of the legal system. The student will be expected to spell, define, and properly pronounce law-related words and phrases.

Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Evaluate the differences between criminal and civil trial procedures. (PLO 1, 2, 6)
2. Analyze criminal statutes to identify the elements of specific crimes. (PLO 1, 5, 6)
3. Evaluate differences between criminal statutes and torts. (PLO 1, 6)
4. Analyze the required elements of legal contracts. (PLO 1, 6)
5. Analyze the elements of real property acquisition. (PLO 1, 6)
6. Evaluate types of family law, including common law marriage and divorce. (PLO 1, 6)
7. Analyze the elements of bankruptcy law. (PLO 1, 6)