Law, Public Safety & Security
Pre-Law
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During the first year of this two-year program, students will be introduced to the American Legal System and to the major areas of law, including: criminal law, torts, family law, property, contracts and American Constitutional Law, especially focusing on individual rights. In this highly participatory and discussion oriented class, students will use primary case law, statutory law and constitutions that are the primary basis for legal careers today. Students will need to become fluent in computer technology and software use; especially word processing and document preparation. In addition to mock trials, drafting legal documents and other legal writing, the successful student will participate in off campus learning activities in local courts, agencies, local law firms and other appropriate sites.
The second year of Pre-Law is divided into distinct semesters, with the first exploring the criminal justice system, focusing on search and seizure, Fifth and Sixth Amendment protections, Miranda Rights, methods of criminal investigation, sentencing and corrections. Students will prepare Oral Arguments for presentation before local attorneys. The second semester explores the civil legal process and may include a Senior Project. The semester will end with a mock civil trial where students will actively participate in direct and cross examination, opening and closing statements before a live jury of their peers.
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| For students in grades: |
11-12 |
| Credits: |
A maximum of three credits per year |
| Graduation Requirement: |
Social Studies- A student who successfully completes this two-year program shall receive one credit in Social Studies towards graduation. (This credit may not count as a credit in U.S. History or World History.) |
| Prerequisite: |
English 10 with an 80 or above; Grade 10 or better reading level; or permission of instructor |
| Suggested Preparation: |
Forensic Investigation; Computer Applications |
| Post High School Education: |
Pre-Law graduates have enrolled in or graduated from: Castleton State College, Hudson Valley Community College, Endicott College, John Jay College, University of Vermont, Hartwick College, LaSalle University, Southern Vermont College, CCV, Norwich, Western New England, Syracuse University, University of Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology, St. Lawrence University, Providence College and Champlain College |
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Students taking this program are eligible to participate in SkillsUSA contests, field trips and events. . |
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Pre-Law Students Study... |
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- Human Relations & Communication Skills
- Oral Presentations
- Criminal Law and Procedure
- Investigation, Search & Seizure & Admission of Evidence
- Civil Law--Civil Procedure, Preparation of Motion Papers
- Trial Process & Strategy
- Law of Evidence, Torts, Contracts Property and Employment
- Family & Juvenile Law
- Constitutional Law, especially individual rights
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