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PHIL 353 - Philosophy of Law


Survey of philosophical problems in the law, addressing such questions as: What is the relationship between law and morality? What makes a particular law valid or authoritative? What sorts of behavior can the state legitimately regulate? What standards should judges use when interpreting or applying the law? What, if anything, justifies punishing those who break the law, and what forms of punishment are most appropriate?

Credits: 3