Course Catalog - 2011-2012

     

POLI 342 - POLITICS OF THE JUDICIARY

Long Title: POLITICS OF THE JUDICIARY
Department: Political Science
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Description: Explores the role of courts and judges in American politics. Will illustrate major characteristics of judicial institutions in the U.S. and provide understanding of forces influencing judicial decisions. Will cover federal and state organization of trial and appellate courts, judicial selection methods, and the politics of judicial decision-making.