LEGL 2670 - Constitutional Law

Credits: 3
Students study the basic principles and applications of constitutional law in an historical context. Each section of the course material will focus on four key concepts: limited government, the protection of private property, the promotion of commerce, and individual rights, with an emphasis on individual rights and due process. Students explore the impact of state and federal constitutional requirements on the development of the American legal system and the process by which United States Supreme Court accepts and decides cases.

Prerequisite: Completion of LEGL 1500 or permission of the instructor. Successful completion of ENGL 1010 is highly recommended.