PHRE 381 - Philosophy of Law

Philosophical approaches to issues in law, with historical insights and contemporary analysis. Topics include the nature of law, the relation of law and morality, judicial decision, liberty and paternalism, legal responsibility, punishment, and ethics in the legal profession.

Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Philosophical/Religious Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.