JLC-689 Counterterrorism Law and Policy (3)

This course provides an overview, discussion, and assessment of the legal and policy constructs used by the United States to combat terrorism. The course begins with a discussion of the legal and policy principles that inform decisions made by the executive and legislative branches of the U.S. government to respond to terrorists and terrorism. Students then apply those laws and policies to various debates on use of force, detention, and treatment of detainees. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security (MS).