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LEGL 304 – Concepts of Criminal Law (CRN: 48802) at Skyline College for Spring 2025

This course is offered online and it is recommended you complete a short self-assessment to ensure readiness before taking an online course.

LEGL 304 Concepts of Criminal Law

Historical development and philosophy of criminal law and constitutional provisions. Special emphasis on legal definitions, the classifications of crime and their application to the administration of justice system. Study of case law, methodology, and concepts of law as a social force. Also listed as ADMJ 104.

Units: 3

Degree Credit

Letter Grade Only

Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Homework hours/semester: 96-108

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 846 or ESOL 400, or equivalent. Satisfactory completion of or concurrent enrollment in, ADMJ 100 or LEGL 240 or equivalent.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC

C-ID: AJ 120

Skyline College (Online Course)

Department: Paralegal Studies

Number of Units: 3

Textbook: View textbook in Bookstore

Instructor: Carl Lafata, lafatac@smccd.edu

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Section Information as of Wednesday, December 18 2024 - 08:48:20 pm

Course status: Open

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OXH - Online Meeting Date: 01/13-05/22 Meeting Time: Days: Online course Room: 0000 Instructor: Carl Lafata	01/13-05/22			Online course	0000	OXH	Online

Critical Dates for this Course	Date
Last day to add class	January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund	January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W"	February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W"	April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option	May 22, 2025

San Mateo County Community College District

LEGL 304 – Concepts of Criminal Law (CRN: 48802) at Skyline College for Spring 2025