SOC 2560

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SOC 2560
Sociology of Law

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

This course provides an introduction to the sociological perspective of law and legal institutions in modern society. A key question is the extent to which the law creates and maintains social order. And, what is its role in social change? We will review theoretical perspectives on the reciprocal relationship between law and society, and consider how this relationship is reflected in contemporary legal issues. Empirical research covered in this course will examine social interactions among actors within legal institutions (including the criminal courts, law school classrooms, and the jury room), and how individuals experience and utilize the law in everyday life.


Distribution Requirements (SBA-AG), (SSC-AS), (OCE-IL)

Exploratory Studies (CU-SBY)

Last 1 Terms Offered 2019FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18329 SOC 2560   LEC 001

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    • TR Stimson Hall G01
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • York Cornwell, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 18331 SOC 2560   DIS 201

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    • F Uris Hall G24
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • York Cornwell, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 18332 SOC 2560   DIS 202

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    • F Uris Hall 498
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • York Cornwell, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person