The justice system, theory and practice 406 (6 points)
(LAW)
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Offered:
Not offered in 2004.
Synopsis:
Objectives: The aim of this subject is to provide students with a deeper understanding of the adversarial system of justice, both civil and criminal, and the issues confronting that system. While building upon concepts learnt in subjects such as Criminal Law and Procedure, Civil Procedure and Evidence, it will encourage students to see these concepts as part of a broader system composed of many parts, and to understand the interrelationship between those parts. Students completing the subject should have a) a broader understanding of various components of the adversarial system of justice and the interrelationship of those components; b) an enhanced ability to critically analyse changes to the system and the possible wider implications of such change; c) developed and demonstrated oral communication skills and skills of presentation of legal concepts, rules and argument in an interactive seminar context; and d) developed and demonstrated legal research and writing skills.
Assessment: Final examination (2 hours plus reading and noting time): 50% + Essay (4000 words): 50%
Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal Process, LAW3300 Criminal Law and Procedure
Corequisites: LAW5104 Civil Procedure and LAW5159 Evidence
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