BCJ 360
Criminal Law
Online Course

BCJ 360 Criminal Law

3 Semester Units

Criminal Law provides students with an overview of how common law has shaped American criminal law and the role of the U.S. Constitution on criminal law. This course examines how the law is applied to factual scenarios including judicial opinions from contemporary events. Students will acquire knowledge of the various elements of crime, parties involved in crimes, and criminal defenses. Also covered in this course are crimes against people and crimes against the public and state.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Define and discuss criminal law, the origins of criminal law, and the role that the U.S. Constitution plays in criminal law.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the various elements of crimes, the parties involved, legal aspects, and types of crimes.
  • Evaluate the key aspects of criminal liability and discuss the categories of defenses.
  • Examine the various types of crimes committed against the person, homicide, crimes against property, and the public.
  • Discuss the aspects of commercial and cybercrime, crimes that involve public good, and crimes against the people.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with academic writing related to criminal law.

If you are interested in taking this course, please explore a degree or certificate program below:

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