Federal Criminal Practice

Catalog description

This course is an in-depth examination of all stages of a federal criminal prosecution, commencing with the decision to charge, and continuing through trail and sentencing. Subjects will include the Bail Reform Act of 1984, investigative techniques, motions to suppress, immunity, privileges, trial techniques, and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines. Strategic decisions involving pre-trial procedings, trials, and sentencings will be addressed via presentations by experienced judges, practitioners, and other participants in the process. The goal of the course is to provide students with practical advice and insightful tops regarding every aspect of federal criminal litigation.