Latinas/Latinos and Law: Comparative and Historical Perspectives

4 units · Undergraduate upper division (100-199)

Lecture, four hours. Survey of experiences of Latinas/Latinos with U.S. legal system. Examination of landmark appellate decisions and litigation efforts in jury service, voting rights, language, public accommodations, education, and other areas. Critical assessment of role of legal principles and litigation in improving Latina/Latino position within U.S. society. Letter grading.