Course Prefix
JUS
Course Code
701
Course Title
The American Legal System
Description
This course provides an overview of the US legal system and laws with a particular emphasis on the US constitution and the various legal institutions. Students will gain an understanding of the distribution of powers amongst the three branches of government, the system of checks and balances, the judicial system, litigation, the regulatory state, and constitutional rights enjoyed by persons. Students will also study topics in the common law, including contracts and torts.
Credit Hours
3
Course Level
Graduate
School
John Wesley School of Leadership & Innovation