Evidence

This course is a study of the rules regulating the introduction and exclusion of evidence in civil and criminal trials. Specific subjects dealt with are: relevancy of evidence; the burden of producing evidence and the burden of persuasion; presumptions; competency of witnesses; examination of witnesses; privileges; the hearsay rule and its exceptions; demonstrative evidence; writings; judicial notice; functions of judge and jury.

Course Schedule

  • Date: Monday 6:30-9:15PM
  • Location: Starr 204

Course Information

  • Catalog number-Section number: 7560-10
  • Course Type: Lecture
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Credits (min/max): 3/3
  • Notes: The instructor restricts the use of laptops in class (subject to exceptions for students with disabilities).
  • Subjects:

Enrollment

  • Enrollment status: Open
  • Current enrollment/capacity: 65/70
  • Reserve population/capacity: 0/0
  • Waitlist enrollment/capacity: 0/50

Grading

  • Grade basis: Graded
  • Satisifies Writing Requirement: No
  • Exam type: PROCTORED (2010-05-15T10:00:00)