BLAW 494. White Collar Crime

3.00
A study of white collar crime in America, a unique type of criminal activity that primarily affects businesses. The course will explore the substance of white collar crime and focus on the unique elements of various crimes through the study of actual cases. The course will also examine how white collar crimes are prosecuted and defended in state and federal courts. Students will be introduced to federal and state criminal procedure, substantive defenses, and the use of sentencing guidelines. COB 300 is the prerequisite.