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245.6 sec. 1 - Criminal Pretrial Litigation (Spring 2011)

Instructor: Robyn Fass Wang  (view instructor's teaching evaluations | profile)
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Units: 2
Meeting Time: Th 6:25-8:15
Meeting Location: 240

Course Start: January 13, 2011
Course Control Number (Non-1Ls): 49664


This class will prepare students to begin a career in prosecution or criminal defense. It will also help them evaluate their interest in criminal practice. It will sharpen the advocacy skills of any student.

Students will learn to evaluate a criminal case and to be zealous advocates. Students will learn the basics of criminal practice including client interview, investigation, and negotiation. Students will also learn numerous court procedures, such as preliminary examinations and motions to suppress evidence.

Students will write and argue motions based on fictional fact patterns. Students will also conduct mock negotiations and mock direct examination and cross examination. Field trips will include state court and county jail.

Prerequisites:
Criminal Procedure (Prior to or concurrently with class)

This course satisfies the Skills Requirement.

Special Notes: LE(24)
Course Category: Advocacy Skills Courses
This course is cross-listed in the following categories:
Criminal Law
Litigation and Procedure
Social Justice and Public Interest

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Books:
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  • California Criminal Law Procedure and Practice 2007
    Sara Ruddy (Editor), Nancy Yuenger (Editor)
    Publisher: CEB - Continuing Education of the Bar
    ISBN: 9780762611973
    Copyright Date: To Be Determined
    Price: To Be Determined

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