PHL 311 - Philosophical Issues in the Law (4)

Exploration of the basic value and policy assumptions that structure the foundations of the law. Statutory language, judicial rulings, and constitutional controversies are examined. The writings of legal theorists from a variety of disciplinary perspectives are studied, including political scientists, legal academics, ethicists, historians, and economists. Course fulfills Course fulfills GE Interdisciplinary Synthesis C4 or D4.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A, GE Area C (1, 2, and 3), and GE Area D (1, 2, and 3).
Component(s): 4 hours lecture/discussion.