LAW 0714:
Criminal Defense Advocacy: Camden Public Defender
Fall 2018 • Section F21
• CRN 27584
Course Description
After orientation, including a study of legal foundations and techniques for defense of persons charged with criminal offenses, students participate in the representation of defendants including the investigation, brief preparation and trial of motions. Students are assigned to individual trial teams. Where possible, efforts will be made to accommodate students with interests in particular areas of criminal defense work. The clinical course includes a weekly classroom component on Wednesday from 3:30-5:30PM. Court participation is encouraged.
Schedule
| Day/Time | Location | Note |
|---|---|---|
| W 1:30-3:30 PM | TBA | The classroom component will be held at the Camden Public Defender's Office in Camden, NJ. |
Additional Time Requirements
Classroom component of this clinic meets Wednesday afternoons. Students are expected to work 9 hours a week including the classroom component. Students will determine schedule.
Registration Info
Registration Notes
The classroom component will be held from 3:30-5:30 on Wednesday at the Camden Public Defender's Office in Camden, NJ.
Pre-Requisites
You must have completed the following courses before enrolling in this course:
- LAW 0460 (Trial Advocacy I ) or LAW 0558 (Introduction to Trial Advocacy)
- LAW 0532 (Criminal Procedure I)
- LAW 0540 (Evidence) (C or better)