POL 4318 Wrongful Convictions

This class is an experientially based workshop class in which students are trained to investigate inmate claims of actual innocence. Students will learn appropriate protocol and procedures in investigating an actual innocence claim. Relevant laws and public policy will be explored. Students will be exposed to groups such as the Innocence Project of Texas, as well as the role of legal professionals in this are of the law.

Credits

3 Credits

Prerequisite

Required: TAKE POL-2314.