CJSA 1327 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law

3 credit hours. 3 lecture hours. 0 lab hours.

A study of the nature of criminal law; philosophical and historical development, major definitions and concepts; classification of crime; elements of crimes and penalties using Texas statutes as illustrations; criminal responsibility.

Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Explain the historical and philosophical development of the nature of criminal law; describe definitions and concepts of criminal law; classifications of crimes, the elements of offenses and penalties using Texas statutes as illustrations; and discuss criminal responsibilities as they apply to the criminal statutes.