Futures School – Law and Justice

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Elective. This course meets NCAA core for student athletes. This course is an in-depth study of the legal system and the criminal justice process in the United States. Through classroom discussions, debates, and mock trials, students will explore such topics as crimes and defenses, individual rights, contracts, basic freedoms, and family and housing law. Discussions may cover controversial topics like gun control, the death penalty, and the right to die. This course will provide an opportunity for students to determine if they have an interest in a career path leading to one of the many jobs in the legal profession. A minimum of $\\scriptstyle { { 1 } / \_ { 2 } }$ hour of homework per day can be expected.