Fall 2019 Course Syllabus
Course: LGLA-2313- Section: 50
Criminal Law and Procedures 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Michelle McPherson
E-mailmcphersonml@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6381
Office
Location:UITC - Room: 201 B
Hours:N/A
Department
Business and Industrial Technology
Chair:Sheila Guillot
E-mail:guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
Description Fundamental concepts of criminal law and procedure from arrest to final disposition including principles of federal and state law emphasizing the role of the paralegal in the criminal justice system.
Prerequisites LGLA 1307 Intro to Law taken prior to or concurrently with course.
Learning Outcomes 1. Understand legal terms by reviewing key terms in the textbook and other assigned readings/projects and learning labs. Understand the difference between a civil and criminal case and the roles of the prosecution and defense attorneys.

2.Locate and draft appropriate documents. Use correct grammar in speech and written word.

3 Advise his attorney and other staff of unethical practices in the law firm or other workplace.Understand the appropriate confidentiality issues, attorney-client privileges and billing practices. Perform tasks authorized for paralegals, not attorneys.

4. Utilize blackboard and MindTap through the internet. Draft documents using Word. Submit documents properly and timely. Prepare charts using Excel. Review power points on the on-line class. Prepare for a criminal case using the learning lab through MindTap.

5. Study for classes in the most effective way possible. Perform on tests, quizzes and projects appropriately.
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content (legal) area reading material.
1. Understand legal terms and the paralegal?s role in the legal environment.
2. Apply correct drafting procedures to transactional and court documents.
3. Demonstrate appropriate ethics and professionalism in the legal environment.
4. Exhibit the ability to use computer skills.
Textbooks Hall, Criminal Law and Procedure textbook, 7th edition (Copyright, 2015)
Lecture Topics
Outline		 See Assignments below
Major Assignments
Schedule		 Chapters 1-4
Test 1
Chapters 5-8
Test 2
Chapters 9-12
Test 3
Chapters 13-16
Final Exam
Final Exam Date December 10, 2019 - 5:30 PM   Through  December 10, 2019 - 8:00 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Tests=60%
Final Exam=15%
Assignments/Projects= 20%
Attendance and participation including discussions=5%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Due to Torts and Criminal Law having Final exams per calendar for same day. The day and time for Final exam will be determined after discussion with class and Lamar State College policies.
Attendance Policy A student with 9 or more absences may be dropped from the course
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other Please call or text 409-670-7499 or email me at McPhersonLaw@Outlook.com as I do not have an office on the campus.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.