CRIM 110 - Criminal Law

Number of Credits: 3
Criminal Law examines pertinent aspects of substantive criminal law in America, including statutory and common law. Basic elements of law and specific issues of interest to law enforcement, including constitutional law are presented and discussed. Also offered as PSLS 110; credit will not be awarded for both. (Fall Term Only) Three hours lecture each week. Three Credits. Three billable hours.

Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 101.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate understanding of the scope, sources and purpose of criminal law. PG1, GE1
Identify the basic elements of a crime. PG1, PG3, GE1
Articulate the acceptable limitations on criminal responsibility and the capacity to commit a crime. PG1, PG3, GE1
Describe certain criminal defenses allowed in either State or Federal jurisdictions. PG1, PG3, GE1
Discuss the conflict between the need for public order and constitutional rights. PG1, PG3, GE1, GE3
Trace the development of criminal conduct in American society. PG1, PG3, GE1
Demonstrate understanding of criminal homicide from manslaughter and justified killings. PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, GE1, GE2
Debate the issues surrounding victimless crimes, including personal choice decisions, public health concerns or medical problems. PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, GE1, GE2, GE7