PHI 325 - Philosophy of Law

In this course we will examine a range of general philosophical questions about the law, including: What is the law and how does a legal system differ from other rules? How do (or how should) judges interpret the law when applying it to cases? What is the relationship between law and morality?  Must legal requirements meet some moral standard? We will also consider specific normative issues that arise in different areas of law, including the criminal law