LAW7230

Criminal law and practice

(LAW)

Not offered in 2001

Associate Professor Gaye Lansdell

6 credit points + Intensive + Average workload (including students own time on exercises and study): 42 hours per week for three weeks + Clayton

Synopsis: This subject deals with the conduct of criminal proceedings, particulary in the Magistrates Court as the court, and with the roles of prosecution and defence. While concerned generally with the broad competencies listed above, this subject will focus on legal research and analysis, awareness and use of learning strategies, oral and written communication, negotiation and advocacy. The subject will explore recognition and resolution of ethical conflicts, and awareness of personal values.

Assessment: Regular feedback provided to students on exercises such as preparation of a brief to counsel and presentation of a plea in mitigation: 50% + Tasks to test students' awareness of ethical issues and ability to apply these. Written memoranda and draft documents (totally 10,000 words) and minimum of 1 oral presentation (15 minutes): 50%. Competence will be assessed according to the grades "Merit", "Pass", or "Fail".