Philosophy of Law

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Philosophy of Law (3-0) Analyzes legal issues, theories, and case studies within the framework of Western ethical, social, and political philosophies and the history of jurisprudence. Topics include the origins of law, the relations of law, custom, and ritual, the question of legal "rights", justice, authority and sovereignty, responsibilities and obligations, property rights and distributive justice, pacifism, and civil disobedience. Prerequisite: PHIL 1301 or PHIL 2306 or PHIL 1304 each with a grade of "C" or better or instructor approval.