Criminal Law & Procedures

An overview of the criminal and procedural law that has undergone immense shifts in the years since the 1960's. This course will focus upon the large body of doctrine under the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Eighth Amendments. A traditional casebook approach is utilized for the study of key cases in criminal procedure, supplemented with historical background, explanations of doctrinal development in the law, and discussions of social science relevant to criminal procedure. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.

This is a non-credit, workforce development course — a lower-cost way to build practical skills without enrolling in a full degree program. It's a good fit for anyone changing careers, brushing up on skills for a current job, or exploring the subject before committing to a credit-bearing program.

Coursework is delivered online through SUNY Niagara's learning platform and runs the length of the semester, with topics building week to week. Upon successful completion, students receive a Certification of Completion to document their coursework.