Graduate Catalog 2013-14
PS 586 Field Experience in Criminal Court
Offers the student an opportunity to spend a significant amount of time observing in criminal court under the mentorship of a judge. Students will study trial advocacy (the parts of the trial; effective advocacy; and the role of the lawyers, judges, parties, and witnesses) and critically evaluate the court system. Students who take this course should be prepared for multiple readings and additional hours undertaking course activities. Students will have the opportunity to talk with judges and attorneys on a regular basis. (3)
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