PHL-318 Philosophy of Law

WR (Writing/Research Intensive)
Prerequisite: PHL-101 or POL-103
Investigation of philosophical questions relating to law. Topics include the question of what law is, the responsibility of the individual faced with unjust law, and the relation between philosophical understandings of the law and the resolution of legal issues. Readings include philosophical treatments of law and texts of legal opinions from courts. 4 credits.