LGL* 216: Administrative Law

3 Credits
(Formerly LEGL 205)
Presents a basic understanding of legal concepts affecting public administrative agencies, including the way in which administrative agencies fit into the United States system of government, delegation of authority and separation of powers, the types and organization of administrative agencies, sources of administrative law, rule making, legislative oversight, agency actions, controls on agencies, appeals, adjudications, judicial review, and legal ethics. Specific areas of agency action are explored, such as environmental law, Social Security, civil rights, immigration law, and Workers’ Compensation.
Prerequisites: POL* 120 or eligibility for ENG* 101 or permission of instructor
Offered: Occasionally