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Justice & Legal Studies course offerings
Summer Semester 2019
JUST
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A241
Business Law I
3 Credits
Business Law I
Introduction to business law. Covers topics such as the American legal system, dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contract laws and theory, international law, and business ethics. Crosslisted with BA A241.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:50577 491 F 6:00PM - 10:00PM ER 212 Trotter, Richard May 20 - June 24 3 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A375
*Juvenile Justice & Delinqncy
3 Credits
*Juvenile Justice & Delinqncy
Examines the theory and practice of juvenile justice. Reviews changing conceptions of justice and their impact on policy and legal rights. Explores formal and informal responses to juvenile delinquency, with specific attention to gender, race, and ethnic disparities. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing and above
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:51618 301 MT 8:30AM - 11:15AM RH 315 Lee, Yeungjeom May 20 - June 24 17 View detailed information for CRN:51618 301 W 8:30AM - 9:45AM RH 315 Lee, Yeungjeom May 20 - June 24 17 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
LEGL
Fall Semester 2019
JUST
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A110
*Introduction to Justice
3 Credits
*Introduction to Justice
Survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on role of law and those involved in its administration--police, courts, and correction organizations. Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice courses.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71901 601 MW 10:00AM - 11:15AM ARTS 116 Augustyn, Rita August 26 - December 14 45 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A200
Intro to Rsrch Methods in Just
3 Credits
Intro to Rsrch Methods in Just
Introduces social science research methods used in justice studies, including explication of the scientific method, experimental and quasi-experimental designs, sampling, data collection methods, and analytical strategies.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71903 601 TR 10:00AM - 11:15AM EIB 215 Johnson, Ingrid August 26 - December 14 22 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A201
Justice Data Analysis
3 Credits
Justice Data Analysis
Introduces students to descriptive statistical analysis and presentation of crime and justice data. Topics include measures of central tendency, dispersion, hypothesis testing and statistical significance. Data presentations focus on the production and interpretation of tables and graphs to impact justice policy and practice. Registration Restrictions: If the prerequisite is not satisfied, an approved UAA placement test score is required.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71904 601 MW 10:00AM - 11:15AM RH 215 Payne, Troy August 26 - December 14 4 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A251
*Crime & Delinquency
3 Credits
*Crime & Delinquency
Presents theoretical perspectives on the causes, consequences, and control of crime and delinquency. Surveys the major theoretical perspectives in the study of crime and delinquency with special attention to the application of empirical research methods to important theoretical issues. Crosslisted with SOC A251
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:76830 654 TR 11:30AM - 12:45AM SSB 119 Lee, Yeungjeom August 26 - December 14 19 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A320
Crime Prevention
3 Credits
Crime Prevention
Examines primary, secondary, and tertiary crime prevention strategies and concepts. Explores in a multidisciplinary context the legal, moral and ethical considerations and problems of human and environmental manipulation. Emphasizes contemporary approaches to preventing criminal behavior.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71914 601 TR 11:30AM - 12:45AM SSB 211 Barnes, Allan August 26 - December 14 25 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A330
*Justice & Society
3 Credits
*Justice & Society
The evolutionary influence of ideology, technology and social interests on the justice system. The dynamic impact of long-term emerging concepts such as 'equality' and 'privacy' will be viewed against the background of requirements of political and economic organization.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71915 601 MW 2:30PM - 3:45PM SSB 258 Barnes, Allan August 26 - December 14 2 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A355
Rural Justice
3 Credits
Rural Justice
Investigates rural crime and criminal justice. Examines the specific geographic, social and cultural characteristics of rural communities and how these factors influence the prevalence and nature of crime and criminal justice. Reviews and assesses competing theories of justice. Comparative analysis of rural crime and criminal justice in other countries, with emphasis given to other Circumpolar nations. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71920 601 TR 1:00PM - 2:15PM SSB 258 Johnson, Ingrid August 26 - December 14 13 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A374
The Courts
3 Credits
The Courts
Examines the basic components of the U.S. courts with particular emphasis on case processing through the court system and the roles of court actors. Covers the history as well as the current structure and function of the court system and assesses the gap between the ideals and the realities of court processes and practices. Registration Restrictions: Junior or Senior standing
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71922 601 TR 1:00PM - 2:15PM PSB 210C Henderson, Robert August 26 - December 14 6 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A375
*Juvenile Justice & Delinqncy
3 Credits
*Juvenile Justice & Delinqncy
Examines the theory and practice of juvenile justice. Reviews changing conceptions of justice and their impact on policy and legal rights. Explores formal and informal responses to juvenile delinquency, with specific attention to gender, race, and ethnic disparities. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing and above
(Click on an individual CRN for more information on each offering)
Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71923 601 TR 2:30PM - 3:45PM ADM 141 Lee, Yeungjeom August 26 - December 14 11 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A460
*Justice in Crisis
3 Credits
*Justice in Crisis
Critically examines various perspectives on justice and the ability of a society to maintain the ideal of justice. Compares conditions in different countries and investigates different social and historical conditions when justice was challenged. Analyzes the influence of culture, race/ethnicity and socioeconomic inequality on the operation of the American justice system. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and senior standing
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71925 601 W 2:30PM - 5:15PM SSB 254 Everett, Ronald August 26 - December 14 13 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A463
*Biobehavioral Criminology
3 Credits
*Biobehavioral Criminology
Examines biobehavioral correlates of crime and ways these factors interact with socio-environmental and psychophysiological factors to impact crime. Analyzes historical and contemporary theories and research. Applies interacting factors to explain specific types of violent and non-violent criminal behavior. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and senior standing
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77104 601 T 2:30PM - 5:15PM SSB 254 Barnes, Allan August 26 - December 14 16 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A484
Corrections Theory & Policy
3 Credits
Corrections Theory & Policy
Analyzes various issues and problems pertaining to the operation of correctional facilities with an emphasis on theory. Issues investigated include prison health care, inmate health, inmate violence and the practical day-to-day work of correctional staff.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77105 601 MW 1:00PM - 2:15PM ADM 148 Augustyn, Rita August 26 - December 14 17 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A490
Contemp Justice Issues
1 - 6 Credits
Contemp Justice Issues
A variable topics course which addresses current issues. Topics of national interest as well as those peculiar to Alaska will be included. Special Note: May be repeated once for credit with a change in subtitle. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77107 602 MW 11:30AM - 12:45AM SSB 250 Everett, Ronald August 26 - December 14 13 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
LEGL
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A101
*Introduction to Law
3 Credits
*Introduction to Law
Introduces legal processes in a democratic society. Emphasis on legal terminology, federal and state court systems, and judicial decision making. Introduction to basic concepts of contracts, torts, criminal law, family law and administrative law. Includes skills for conducting basic legal analysis.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71926 601 MW 10:00AM - 11:15AM PSB 166 Brandeis, Jason August 26 - December 14 42 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A315
Development of Law
3 Credits
Development of Law
Examines the philosophy and development of law in the United States from colonial times to the present. Explores American constitutional history and the role of the courts, the legislature and the executive branch in the lawmaking process. Analyzes legal developments as they relate to changing economic, political, social and intellectual trends. Registration Restrictions: Completion of Written Communication Skills GER for baccalaureate degrees with a minimum grade of D.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77541 601 MW 1:00PM - 2:15PM RH 220 Brandeis, Jason August 26 - December 14 1 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A340
Family Law
3 Credits
Family Law
Studies federal and state statutes and judicial doctrines governing familial relationships. Emphasis on marriage, divorce, child custody, support, property rights, adoption and child protection. The impact of the Indian Child Welfare Act in Alaska family law is explored.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77542 601 TR 10:00AM - 11:15AM SSB 251 Fortson, Hardy August 26 - December 14 28 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A343
Constitutional Law
3 Credits
Constitutional Law
Introduces students to American constitutional law through a study of the history of the Constitution and selected landmark Supreme Course cases. Topics covered are separation of powers, judicial review, civil rights and liberties, property and economic rights and others. Crosslisted with PS A343.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77477 651 T 2:30PM - 5:15PM SSB 213 Brandeis, Jason August 26 - December 14 6 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A352
Criminal Law & Procedure
3 Credits
Criminal Law & Procedure
Examines elements and functions of substantive criminal law together with constitutional, statutory and rules-based limits on law enforcement in the United States. Includes federal and state law of crimes, defenses, search and seizure, interrogations and confessions, identification, arrests and charging, right to counsel, right to jury, sentencing, and double jeopardy. Registration Restrictions: LEGL A215 recommended.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77110 601 MW 10:00AM - 11:15AM BMH 235 Henderson, Robert August 26 - December 14 22 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A367
Civil Proc & Pretrial Prac
3 Credits
Civil Proc & Pretrial Prac
Introduces procedural concepts of civil litigation and pretrial practice. Covers the rules of pleading and process, discovery, and motion practice. Reviews concepts of jurisdiction, venue, parties, statutes of limitation, and res judicata, and the ethical duties of competence and diligence. Emphasizes applied professional skills and practice in Alaska. Legal specialty course.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71931 601 TR 8:30AM - 9:45AM SSB 258 Knudsen, Kristin August 26 - December 14 9 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A377
Evidence, Investigation & Disc
3 Credits
Evidence, Investigation & Disc
Examines state and federal rules of evidence; sources and scope of privileges; techniques, ethics, and management of case investigation; and discovery processes and problems. Emphasizes professional skills development, Alaska law, and electronic discovery. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Prior completion of LEGL A367 is recommended.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71932 601 TR 10:00AM - 11:15AM SSB 258 Henderson, Robert August 26 - December 14 11 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A380
Torts, Wkrs' Comp, & Insur Law
3 Credits
Torts, Wkrs' Comp, & Insur Law
Analyzes nature and function of the law of torts, workers' compensation, and liability insurance in the United States, as well as the role of the nonlawyer legal professional in tort litigation and workers' compensation claims. Includes ethical issues in tort, workers' compensation, and insurance cases. Practice in Alaska and the development of professional skills are emphasized. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Completion of LEGL A356 is strongly recommended.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77112 601 TR 11:30AM - 12:45AM SSB 213 Knudsen, Kristin August 26 - December 14 23 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A449
*Jurisprudence & Legal Theory
3 Credits
*Jurisprudence & Legal Theory
Examines the theoretical bases of contemporary legal systems and judicial decision making. Explores the development of and interaction within major schools of legal theory. Topics covered include classical sources of legal theory, core and alternate approaches to legal theory, judicial decision-making, and theories of rights. Registration Restrictions: Completion of GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:77113 601 MW 11:30AM - 12:45AM ADM 148 Fortson, Hardy August 26 - December 14 8 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A487
Trial & Adv Litigation Process
3 Credits
Trial & Adv Litigation Process
Addresses advanced litigation processes and trial support. Includes alternative dispute resolution processes, case management systems, pretrial orders, pleadings, exhibit and witness lists, pretrial motions, jury instructions and selection, judgments and orders, and notices of appeal. Practice in Alaska and development of professional skills is emphasized. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: LEGL A356 is strongly recommended.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71933 601 M 2:30PM - 5:15PM SSB 211 Fortson, Hardy August 26 - December 14 13 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.
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A489
Legal Studies Senior Seminar
3 Credits
Legal Studies Senior Seminar
Analyzes advanced legal concepts and the role of the nonlawyer in administrative law, business organizations, contract law, torts and workers' compensation, estate planning and probate, and property law. Emphasizes applied paraprofessional skills in legal research, fact analysis, and drafting legal documents. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing.
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Traditional
CRN Section Day(s) Times Bldg/Room Instructor Dates Open Seats View detailed information for CRN:71934 601 W 2:30PM - 5:15PM LIB 214 Knudsen, Kristin August 26 - December 14 12 Blackboard
No Distance Learning courses available.