POL 366 - Theory of Law

Upper Division

Prerequisites
POL 101 and POL 306; Minimum grade C-.

This course examines development of American legal theory from the pre-revolutionary period to the post-modern period. These theories are studied and discussed in the context of key historical developments and United States Supreme Court cases that illustrate historical and practical consequences of various formulations of legal theory. The course focuses on the intersection of law and politics in issues around social justice in America and also teaches the student to develop and apply critical legal analysis in order to understand the role of law and legal theory in American democracy.

Repeatable
No

Additional Notes
Previous course number: POL 117

Course credits: 4