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LAW 0714: Criminal Defense Advocacy: Camden Public Defender
Spring 2019 • Section S21 • CRN 27457

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. Court participation is encouraged.


Schedule

Day/Time Location Note
W 2:00-4:00 PM TBA At the Camden PD Office.

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.

Course Details

Instructors
  • Timothy Wright
  • Michael McCrossen
Credit Hours

3 Credits

Seats/Capacity

No Limit

Course Type
  • External Clinic
Course Modality

Classroom

Bar Exam

-

Fulfills J.D. Requirement
  • Experiential/Professional Skills
Programs

None

Registration Info

Registration Notes

Classroom: Every Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Camden PD Office.

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)

Book List/Materials