CJ 320 - Civil Liability in Public Safety

This course provides a study of all aspects of civil liability in the performance of public safety functions. It examines sources of civil liability exposure for public safety officers and their agencies. The course examines tort theory, vicarious liabilities, immunities, and damages as they apply to public safety entities and their personnel. The course will also examine similarities and differences between state and federal forums. Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 Contact Hours: 45/0/0/45 Prerequisite: CJ 115 Criminal Law. Corequisite: None.