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1 PL100 Introduction to Legal Systems Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Summarize the foundations of the American legal system;. Identify the components of the justice system; 3. Summarize the characteristics of different types of law practiced today; 4. Explain the procedures in a civil litigation; and 5. Explain the process in a criminal procedure. Learning Unit 1 Objectives: 1,, 3, 4, 5 Hours Hours- Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 1: Introduction to Law hours Chapter 1: Introduction to Law 1- Chapter : The U.S. Legal System Chapter 3: The Courts and Legal Personnel Chapter : The U.S. Legal System Chapter 3: The Courts and Legal Personnel -4 Defining What Law Is Understanding Philosophical Perspectives on Law Identifying the Sources of Law Identifying Substantive vs. Procedural Laws Recognizing the Difference between Civil and Criminal Law Understanding Governmental Powers Identifying the Branches of the Federal Government Identifying the Components of State Government Recognizing the Sources of U.S. Law Understanding the Role of Each Court Type Identifying the Key Players in in the Judiciary and Legal Communities Understanding Ethical Issues Associated with the Legal Professions Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: Chapter Cases Origins of Civil Law and Common Law Legal Systems Jurisprudence Comparison of the Philosophical Theories of Law Differences between Civil and Criminal Procedures 1- Homework/Assignments: Ten Important Facts All Chapters Chapter 1 - Application and Analysis Problems 1 and Chapter 1 Skill Assessment Questions 1 and 3 Chapter - Application and Analysis Problems 5 and 6 Chapter Skill Assessment Chapter 3 - Application and Analysis Problems1, 3, and 7 Chapter 3 Skills Assessment

2 Limits of Federal and State Power Differences between the U.S. and State Constitutions Legislative Process for Enacting New Laws The Roles of Each Type of Court Jurisdiction: Federal Courts vs. State Courts Selection of Federal Judges Ethical Conduct Standards for Judges and Other Personnel the Participate in Legal Proceedings Lesson 1 topic and approval Chapter 1 Skills Assessment Question Chapter 1 Application and Analysis Problems 1 and Chapter Assignments and Projects, Projects 1 through 3 Chapter 3 Application and Analysis Problems 4 through 6 Exam 1 Review assigned chapters and Homework items in preparation for the formal exam. Project / Portfolio submission:(see rubric) Lesson 1 approval Learning Unit Objectives: 3,4,5

3 Hours 1- Chapter 4: Finding the Law: Legal Research Chapter 5: Using the Law: Analysis and Legal Writing Chapter 6: Constitutional Law Hours- 5 Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 4: Finding the Law: Legal Research Chapter 5: Using the Law: Analysis and Legal Writing Chapter 6: Constitutional Law Identifying the Facts and Issues Associated with the Case Using the Available Research Resources Understanding Case Law and Statutory Law Analyzing Legal Information Understanding the Legal Writing Process Preparing a Case Brief Preparing a Legal Memorandum Citing Authorities Properly Writing Persuasively Understanding the Principles of U.S. Government Understanding Issues Associated with Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Voting Rights Understanding Issues Associated with Privacy and Due Process -4 Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text, assigned websites, or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: Chapter Cases Source of Law Examples Examples of Different Fact Types Potential Research Resource Types of Legal Writing Effective Legal Writing Importance of Judicial Review Articles of the Constitution Amendments to the U.S. Constitution Content of the Bill of Rights 1- Homework/Assignments: Ten Important Facts All Chapters Chapter 4 Application and Analysis Problems 1 and 3 Chapter 4 Assignments and Projects, Project Chapter 5 Application and Analysis Problem Chapter 5 Assignments and Projects, Project 1 Chapter 6 Assignments and Projects, Projects 1 and Chapter 6 Skills Assessment Lesson outline and sources Chapter 4 Application and Analysis Problem Chapter 5 Assignments and Projects, Project Chapter 5 Skills Assessment

4 Chapter 6 Application and Analysis Problems 1 and Exam Review Chapter work products Review Homework Assignment Project / Portfolio submission:(see rubric) Lesson outline and sources Learning Unit 3 Objectives: 3,4 Hours Hours- Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 9: Estate Planning Wills, -3 Chapter 9: Estate Planning Wills, Trusts, 1- Trusts, and Probate Chapter 10: Contract and Property Law Chapter 11: The Business Environment Agency, Employment, Business Organizations, and Bankruptcy Laws and Probate Chapter 10: Contract and Property Law Chapter 11: The Business Environment Agency, Employment, Business Organizations, and Bankruptcy Laws Identifying the Appropriate Application of Wills and Trusts Understanding the Role of Probate Understanding the Formation and Performance of Contracts Defining Ownership and Non- Ownership Interests In Real Property Identifying the Different Types on Intellectual Property Law Understanding Employee- Employer Relationships Identifying Current Employment Law Issues Defining the Different Forms of Business Organization Identifying Legal Concerns Associated with Each Type of Business Organization Outlining Bankruptcy Laws

5 -4 Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: Chapter Cases U.C.C. and Contract Law Real Property vs. Personal Property Ownership vs. Nonownership Property Interests Intellectual Property Examples Copyrights and Patents Employees vs. Independent Contractors Business Organization Examples Players in the Corporate Structure 1- Homework/Assignments: Ten Important Facts All Chapters Chapter 9 Assignments and Projects, Project 1 Chapter 9 Skills Assessment Chapter 10 Assignments and Projects, Projects 1 and Chapter10 Skills Assessment Chapter 11 Application and Analysis Problems 1,5, and 6 Chapter 11 Skills Assessment Lesson 3 rough draft Chapter 9 Application and Analysis Problems 1 through 3 Chapter 10 Application and Analysis Problems 1,, and 5 Chapter 11 Application and Analysis Problems,3, and 4 Exam 3 Review assigned chapters and Homework items in preparation for the formal exam. Project / Portfolio submission:(see rubric) Lesson 3 rough draft Learning Unit 4 Objectives: 3,4,5 Hours Hours- Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 1: Civil Procedure Before Trial -3 hours Chapter 1: Civil Procedure Before Trial 1- Chapter 13: Alternative Dispute Resolution Chapter 14: Criminal Practice - Criminal Law and Juvenile Law Chapter 13: Alternative Dispute Resolution Chapter 14: Criminal Practice - Criminal Law and Juvenile Law

6 Identifying Causes of Action and Remedies in Civil Litigation Outlining Jurisdiction and Venue in a Civil Case Preparing Pleadings and Pretrial Motions Understanding the Discovery Process Preparing for Pretrial Conferences and Settlements Understanding the Role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in a Civil Case Outlining the Different Types of ADR Identifying the Key Players in ADR Proceedings Outline the Purposes of Criminal Law Practice Identifying the Elements of a Crime and the Different Types of Crime Defining Different Criminal Defenses Understanding Juvenile Law and Legal Proceedings -4 Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: Legal Document Examples Pretrial Motion Examples Discovery Examples Chapter Cases Scenarios Where ADR Is Beneficial Binding Arbitration vs. Mediation Advantages and Disadvantages of ADR Acceptable Arbitrator and Mediators Necessity for Criminal Law Necessity for a Juvenile Justice System 1- Homework/Assignments: Ten Important Facts All Chapters Chapter 1 Application and Analysis Problems 3 and 4 Chapter 1 Assignments and Projects, Project Chapter 13 Application and Analysis Problems and 3 Chapter 13 Skills Assessment Chapter 14 Application and Analysis Problem Chapter 14 Assignments and Projects, Projects 1 and Lesson 4 Final paper Chapter 1 Application and Analysis Problems 1,, and 5 Chapter 13 Application and Analysis Problem 1 Chapter 14 Application

7 and Analysis Problems 1 and 3 Chapter 14 Skills Assessment Exam 4 Review assigned chapters and Homework items in preparation for the formal exam. Project / Portfolio submission:(see rubric) Lesson 4 Final paper Learning Unit 5 Objectives: 3,4,5 Hours Hours- Preparation for Discussion: Chapter 15: Criminal Procedure Before -3 Chapter 15: Criminal Procedure Before Trial 1- Trial Chapter 16: Rules of Evidence Chapter 17: The Trial Chapter 16: Rules of Evidence Chapter 17: The Trial Outlining Criminal Procedures Understanding the Importance of Interrogations and Confessions Describing the Different Types of Pretrial Activities Defining What Constitutes Evidence Describing the Different Types of Evidence Outlining the Importance of Relevancy Understanding the Concepts of Impeachment and Hearsay Summarizing the Roles of Trial Participants Understanding the Jury Selection Process Preparing Opening Statements and Closing Statements Recognizing the Differences Between the Plaintiff s Case and the Defendant s Case Understanding the Importance of the Judge s Instructions, Jury Deliberations, and the Verdict

8 -4 Class Discussion topics may be pulled from your text or other resources as determined by your instructor. Topics may include: Due Process Probable Cause Exclusionary Rule Types of Pleas Chapter Cases Compare Witness Types Competency to Testify Examples of Different Evidence Types The Use of Jury Questionnaires Burden of Proof and Reasonable Doubt Rules of Evidence The Value of Opening and Closing Statements Jury Instructions Sequestering the Jury 1- Homework/Assignments: Ten Important Facts All Chapters Chapter 15 Application and Analysis Problems and 3 Chapter 15 Skills Assessment Chapter 16 Assignments and Projects, Projects 1 and Chapter 16 Skills Assessment Chapter 17 Application and Analysis Problem 1 Chapter 17 Assignments and Projects, Project 4 Chapter 17 Skills Assessment Lesson 5 Review and/or Presentation Chapter 15 Application and Analysis Problem 1 Chapter 15 Assignments and Projects, Project 1 Chapter 16 Application and Analysis Problem 1 Chapter 16 Assignments and Projects, Projects 3 and 4 Chapter 17 Application and Analysis Problem Chapter 17 Assignments and Projects, Project 1 Exam 5 Review assigned chapters and Homework items in preparation for the formal exam. Project / Portfolio submission:(see rubric) Lesson 5 Review and/or Presentation

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