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Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2012
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POLI 342 001 (CRN: 13668)
POLITICS OF THE JUDICIARY
Long Title: POLITICS OF THE JUDICIARY
Department: Political Science
Instructor: Brace, Paul R.
Meeting: 1:00PM - 2:15PM TR (20-AUG-2012 - 30-NOV-2012)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Section Max Enrollment: 29
Section Enrolled: 17
Enrollment data as of: 9-JUN-2026 12:54AM
Final Exam: Take-Home Exam
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.