Course Title:
Legislation
Course Description:
Deals with the distinctive nature of legislation as a source of law. Topics for study include the legislative process, the role of legislatures, and the theory and practice of statutory interpretation. Course materials and lectures are based in part on case studies taken from recent Supreme Court and congressional actions, particularly in the area of civil rights. One session is a simulated legislative session. Requires several short legislative drafting assignments.
Fall Offering:
Lab/Coreq 1:
Spring Offering:
Lab/Coreq 2:
Summer Offering:
Lab/Coreq Remarks:
Summer 1 Offering:
Prerequisite 1:
LPS G308
Summer 2 Offering:
Prerequisite 2:
LW G482
Cross-Listed Course 1:
LAW 2396
Prerequisite 3:
Cross-Listed Course 2:
Prerequisite 4:
Cross-Listed Course 3:
Prerequisite 5:
Cross-Listed Course 4:
Prerequisite Remarks:
Or attainment of a JD or an LLB.
Cross-Listed Course 5:
Repeatable:
N
