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Academic Year 2003/2004

Philosophy of Law
PHIL 273 FA

Historically there have been two dominant yet conflicting traditions regarding the appropriate role of the law in protecting liberty and privacy and promoting equality. One tradition maintains that the state is only justified in interfering with the choices and conduct of individuals when they result in harm to others. The other tradition suggests that there are additional reasons, such as the preservation of public morality that can justify legal restrictions on individual choice and conduct. The conflict between these two enduring traditions is nowhere more apparent that in case law on sexual conduct. Thus, we will read, discuss, and argue about some of the most notable cases on abortion, lesbian and gay sex, pornography, and sexual harassment. Students will be expected to engage in both legal and philosophical research and argumentation.

MAJOR READINGS

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS PHIL    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Gruen,Lori B   

Times: ....R.. 07:00PM-09:50PM;     Location: FISK116

Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 25)

SR. major: 0   Jr. major: 0

SR. non-major: 10   Jr. non-major: 10   SO: 5   FR: X

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal:    Ethical Reasoning, Speaking

Last Updated on MAR-19-2004

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