CRJS 233 Criminal Law 3 hours credit – This course examines both the substantive criminal law and the procedures for its implementation. It will concentrate on the historical developments and contemporary forms of criminal definitions. This course will also deal with the more abstract concepts of responsibility and limitations on prosecution. In addition, the course will provide a review of criminal law. The administration of justice as it exists in the municipalities under state statutes. The rights and privileges of the accused and the jurisdiction of violators, in general, will also be covered.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Define the concepts of law, crime and jurisdiction.
- Distinguish between misdemeanor and felony crime classifications.
- Explain the difference between common and statutory law.
- Explain the difference between civil and criminal acts.
- Relate the concepts of morality and law.
- Explain the concepts of intent, proximate cause, and “states of mind.”
- Describe the legal system in the United States.
- Describe the major ethical philosophies and recognize ethical issues related to law in business.
- Describe issues concerning how the Constitution and administrative regulations affects business and apply constitutional principles to determine if a statutes or regulation is constitutional.
- Identify and define the elements of business torts & crimes, and contract.