LAW 402 - Special Topics - Criminal Trial Advocacy Spring 2023

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LAW 402 - Special Topics - Criminal Trial Advocacy Spring 2023

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LAW 402 - Special Topics - Criminal Trial Advocacy Spring 2023
Instructors: Kelley Omel and John Schoemick

Course Description
The objective for this class is to teach students the basics of handling a criminal case from inception through trial, using New York State as a model. Students will learn the fundamentals of all stages of a criminal proceeding including, but not limited to investigation, obtaining and handling evidence, case preparation, arraignment, motions, hearings and all parts of a criminal trial. Students will learn from both the prosecution and the defense perspectives. The instruction will include an overview of practice, procedure, and ethics and will include regular written and oral assignments.

Prerequisites: LAW 101, LAW 201, LAW 202 and LAW 305 (Intro to Criminal Law)

Course limited to 24 students
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