Legal Philosophy
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Overview
Subject area
PHL
Catalog Number
207
Course Title
Legal Philosophy
Department(s)
Description
The nature of legal principles and, in particular, their application to moral and political life. Such topics as freedom of speech, the control of sexual behavior, the distribution of property and income, punishment, the morality of war, the choice of political means. Particular attention will be paid to the question of the extent to which the state should employ the technique of law in enforcing the community's moral and political principles.
Cross Listed Courses
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
4
Requisites
035598