Intro to Phil of Law/Justice
Durham
Liberal Arts::Philosophy
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 25
Term:
Spring 2025
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Full Term (01/21/2025
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05/05/2025)
CRN:
53079
Grade Mode:
Letter Grading
Introduction to debates regarding how ethical values relate to law and justice. Is justice universal or relative? Are laws making progress toward justice? How should we balance liberty and equality? Should freedom of speech be an absolute right? Does the state have too much power, or too little? Are laws applied fairly by police and the justice system? Why do we punish? What is the relationship between wealth, race, and justice? Discussion.
Instructors:
Nicholas Smith
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2025 | 5/5/2025 | MW | 2:10pm - 3:30pm | HS 250B |
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