PL101 Intro to US Legal System

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Provides an overview of the United States legal system including the law of state and federal governments and the relationships between and among them. Covers sources and functions of law in the United States with an emphasis on the U.S. Constitution, the structure of U.S. courts, and judicial decision-making. Recommended: prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in PS 201 or a similar course in U.S. government or political science. Prerequisite: WR 121. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 3

List of classes for PL101 Intro to US Legal System
CRNClass typeLocationDays & timeDatesSeats availableFacultyMore info
10605OnlineNot applicableAvailable 24/7
From January 6 through March 22, 2025
Wes J KoyamaBooks for CRN 10605
Class details for CRN 10605
13119OnlineNot applicableAvailable 24/7
From January 6 through March 22, 2025
Wes J KoyamaBooks for CRN 13119
Class details for CRN 13119

Class schedule definitions

Cost:
cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
Books:
$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
Register:
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Class types:
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  • In-person: classes take place at specific times and locations. Attendance in person is required.
  • Online: classes do not have meeting times. Regular online interaction is required and there are weekly assignments.
  • Remote: classes take place at specific times online. Students must be logged in during class meeting times.
  • In-person and remote: classes meet both in-person and remotely. Attendance at both is required.
  • In-person and online: classes meet in-person with additional online activities required.
  • Remote and online: classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.