PHIL 4370 - Law Reason Morals

Institution:

University of Wyoming

Subject:

PHIL

Description:

Analyzes the nature and presuppositions of legal reasoning and the relation of law to morality. Reading material: articles and court cases. Students work on two substantive topics, such as: paternalism and libertarianism; justification of punishment; mental illness as an excuse; strict liability; duties and supererogation. Prerequisites: completion of all Philosophy courses required for the Mind of the Law Minor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uwyo.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 766-1121

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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