Law - Sex Crimes

Catalog description

This course focuses on theory, empirical research, and doctrine related to substantive sex crimes and collateral restrictions on sex offenders. In particular, the course addresses rape, child molestation, incest, child pornography, prostitution, obscenity, and the legal pornography industry. In the latter part of the semester, students will also explore emerging legal issues surrounding sex offender registration requirements, residency restrictions, and civil commitment. Student will be graded based on class participation, an in-class presentation, and a paper related to topics covered in the course.