3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
This course will examine the legal issues facing sports organizations, managers, athletes, recreationalists, spectators and recreational facility owners. The student will learn how various areas of law impact the sports and recreation industries, and will cover both civil and criminal matters, administrative law, risk management and important issues such as violence and doping in sport. By the end of the course, the student should be able to identify a range of legal issues relevant in these industries, and apply the common law and statutory rules to various sports and recreational situations.
Prerequisites: LAW 101, LAW 110, LAW 210 and LAW 200 or LAW 300, OR 45 credits of 100-level or higher coursework
Notes:
- LAW 308 is an approved Self and Society course for Cap Core requirements.