Prerequisite(s): Any 100 level course. An introduction to the systems, processes and theories of justice in the United States (civil, criminal, juvenile and therapeutic), and the interdisciplinary study of the law through social science perspectives. The course will explore the historical development of the American justice systems through an examination of relevant law and scholarly sources. By incorporating applicable law and court processes, the course will provide students with an interdisciplinary understanding of US legal systems and their use in the pursuit of justice.