Legal Studies 485 - Death Penalty America

Examines the roots in law and society of contemporary use of the death penalty in the U.S. Evolving legal doctrine and comparison of the conclusions upon which courts rely with those of the "court of public opinion." Materials include U.S. Supreme court cases, secondary sources, research studies, and Web sites. Active class participation required. Prerequisite: LEGAL 250

Open to Senior and Junior Legal Studies majors only. Pre Req: LEGAL 250