Spring 2010 Course Schedule

Race, Crime and Politics (LAW-708-001)
Jones

Meets: 06:00 PM - 07:50 PM (TH) - Room 527

Enrolled: 15 / Limit: 16

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Notices

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Description

Examines the historical development and practical impact of race and politics on the criminal justice system from initial street encounters with the police to the imposition of the death penalty. Selected case profiles, in-depth documentaries, and other materials are used to explore the problems of wrongful convictions and other miscarriages of justice. Students discuss and evaluate a variety of legislative and judicial reforms designed to eliminate and remedy the problems of racism in the criminal justice system.

The paper for this class can satisfy the Upper Level Writing Requirement. Students interested in completing that requirement should speak with Professor Jones.

Textbooks and Other Materials

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First Class Readings

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