PHIL 332 Law and Philosophy

Examines the institution of law from a philosophical point of view. Topics include the nature and definition of law, the relationship between law and morality, grounds for obedience to law or civil disobedience, justifications of punishment, legal reasoning, justification of the adversary system, professional ethics of lawyers, and feminist jurisprudence.

Credits

4

Cross Listed Courses

PHIL-532

Prerequisite

Required: One philosophy course