Philosophy of Law
PHIL 273
Fall 2009 not offered
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| Crosslisting:
FGSS 284 |
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 than in case law on sexual conduct. In this course 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. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS PHIL |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (FGSS)(HRAD-MN)(PHIL)(PHIL-Social Jus) |
Major Readings:
L. Gruen and G. E. Panichas (eds.), SEX, MORALITY, AND THE LAW (Routledge, 1997) --- SML
and readings to be determined
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Examinations and Assignments:
Case position papers, take home midterm, final exam, mock court. |
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