CRIMINAL LAW LGL 218
INTRODUCTION
Focuses on major crimes, their classification, elements of proof, intent, conspiracy, responsibility, parties and defenses. Emphasizes Virginia law. Gives general principles of applicable constitutional law and criminal procedure.
OBJECTIVES
1. The student will learn the elements of the various crimes as well as the various ways in which a person can be a party to a crime.
2. The student will learn the various defenses to crimes.
3. The student will learn the law of arrest and search and seizure.
4. The student will learn the various components of a criminal trial.
5. The student will be introduced to the constitutional questions posed in these areas.
APPLICABLE TEXTBOOKS
There is no textbook assigned for this course. Class notes can be downloaded from my website. www.nvcc.edu/home/wshannon
BASIC CONCEPTS TO BE TAUGHT IN COURSE
This course is designed to introduce the student to the various substantive and procedural areas of criminal law.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. The student must attend at least 13 of the 16 class sessions.
2. The student must take both quizzes and both examinations.
3. The student must complete the case brief and class presentation assignment.
COURSE CONTENT
Class #5: QUIZ #1
Class #9: Mid-Term Examination
Class #12: QUIZ #2
Class #16: Final Examination
GRADING
The quizzes will count 15% each. The examinations will count 30% each.
The case brief assignment will count 10% of the final grade.
A: 90-100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69