AJ 20 - Criminal Law

    Recent Professors
    Tom Downing, Terra L. Avilla
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    32–45 students
    Difficulty
    6.2Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of AJ 20
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area D8 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course offers an overview of the origin and development of law, including English Common Law. It provides an analysis of the doctrines of criminal liability in the United States and the classification of crimes against persons, property, morals, and public welfare. The distinction between torts and crimes, felonies and misdemeanors, and venue and jurisdiction will be examined. Crimes against persons and property and crimes popularly deemed to be victimless will be discussed. This course utilizes case law and case studies to introduce students to criminal law. This course has been approved for hybrid and online delivery. This course uses an Open Educational Resource Textbook.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:00am–11:50am