LAS322 Law and the Judicial Process

This course explores the legal process in the United States. As the third branch of American government the judiciary is instrumental in shaping the freedoms and restrictions placed on U.S. citizens. The course highlights constitutional protections, the role of the judiciary in shaping life in America, and the importance of the judiciary as a political institution. Prerequisite(s): LAS120 Introduction to American Government (or equivalent) 5 quarter hours