Introduction to Criminal Law

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INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL LAW - Click to learn more

Introduction to Criminal Law
The legal system, court system, and burden of proof in the US
Due process
Elements of a crime
Introduction to criminal defenses
Criminal defenses based on excuse
Parties, inchoate offenses
Criminal homicide
Crimes against the person
Crimes against property
Crimes against the public
Crimes against the government

INTRODUCTION TO LAW AND THE CRIMINAL SYSTEM - Click to learn more

Introduction to law and the legal system
Criminal court process
Probable cause and reasonable suspicion
The exclusionary rule
Investigatory detention and arrest
Search warrants
Warrantless search
Fourth Amendment search
Miranda
The privilege against self-incrimination
Appeal
Civil liability of law enforcement officers