LAW7230

Criminal law and practice (6 points)

(LAW)

Leader: Gail Hubble

Offered:
City First semester 2004 (Off-campus)
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
City Second semester 2004 (On-campus)
City First semester 2005 (On-campus)
City Second semester 2005 (On-campus)

Synopsis:

Objectives: At the successful completion of this unit you should be able to: (a) demonstrate an understanding of the relevant legislation and common law; (b) prepare basic Criminal Law applications including please of guilty and bail applications; (c) identify the underlying concepts and issues involved in criminal law practice.

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".

Contact Hours: Intensive- 27 hours per week for 3 weeks