LAW 7811

LAW 7811

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2014-2015.

Death penalty litigation: investigation and the preparation of petitions, memoranda, and briefs. This course is taught as a clinic. Two or possibly three capital cases are worked on by students. Case selection depends on both pedagogical factors and litigation needs of the inmates. Students read the record and research legal issues. Some students are involved in investigation, while others assist in the preparation of papers. All students are included in discussions regarding the necessary investigation, research, and strategy for the cases.

When Offered Spring.

Permission Note Limited enrollment.
Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: Criminal Procedure, Evidence, and the Capital Punishment Seminar are preferred but not required.

Satisfies Requirement Satisfies the skills requirement.

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 17761 LAW 7811   CLN 301