Military Law

Catalog description

This course will explore the development of military law and its character today. Topics will include courts-martial; military criminal law; trial and appellate practice and procedure; constitutional rights of military personnel; protections afforded crime victims; the roles of commanders, Congress, the Supreme Court, and the President; unlawful command influence; and administrative proceedings. Current issues such as recent changes to the military justice system; treatment of sexual offenses; Guantanamo military commissions; and judicial independence will be addressed. Credit Hour : 1-3