LGLS 3200U – Sociology of Law

This course examines the various philosophies, theories, and perspectives that form the theoretical underpinnings of a sociological understanding of law. The focus includes perspectives influenced by classical and contemporary (including feminist, critical race and post-colonial) theorists. These theoretical perspectives will be applied to understanding the social dynamics of law, legal professions and the legal system.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): LGLS 2200U or CRMN 2830U or permission of instructor