CRJ 461 - Children and the Law

This course examines basic principles and current controversies in the area of children’s legal rights, with emphasis on statutory and case law of New York State. Issues to be considered include: minors’ rights and responsibilities in tortious and contractual lawsuits; minors’ rights to education and medical care; legal consideration of children in custody matters; illegitimate children’s rights; children’s legal protection from child abuse; minors’ eroding constitutional rights in the juvenile justice system.

Prerequisite: CRJ 101 and minimum sophomore standing.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3