COURSE DESCRIPTION 2012 2013

State Criminal Practice

Hon. Paul K. Leary (Ret.),

2 credits day; 2 credits evening.

This course covers all aspects of a criminal trial, including arrest bail, lower court proceedings, grand jury proceedings, indictment, discovery motions, motions to dismiss, problems during trial, and post-trial motions. The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with criminal forms and procedures in the District and Superior Courts. Guest lecturers include a District Court Justice, trial attorneys and a probation officer. Registration for both State Criminal Practice and Federal Criminal Prosecution is prohibited.

Elective Course

Meets Civil Litigation Concentration Requirements

Final Exam Required