INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ATTACHMENT

Constitutional law

Conduct independent research by these means on one relevant topic. Prepare a 12 to 18- page paper (using double-spaced, 12-point font format with 1" margins on all sides).

utilize textbook-assigned readings, internet sources, and relevant articles on a variety of concepts.

Choose from these topics:

Defamation: Has the media gone too far?

Free Speech: What and Whom Does it Protect, A Comparison of Cases

The First Amendment In Cyberspace: What Are Your Rights?

Freedom of Religion: A Case Study

The Convington Defamation Case against The Media: A Legal Analysis

Commercial Speech: What is Protected?

Media Bias and The Law

Constraints of Time, Place, and Manner in Speech Cases

Search and Seizure in America Today: A Legal Analysis

Guns Laws, Good or Bad?:: A Legal Analysis

Self-Incrimination: The Law Today

A good work submission should consist of:

-Complete sentences.

-Logical organization.

-A paper free from misspelled words and run-of-the-mill grammatical errors that reflect mere

carelessness.

-Use of proper font(s)

-Use of a proper, generally accepted format.

-A neatly orchestrated presentation.

-Clear organization as well as transitions between paragraphs.

-A clear and efficient (i.e. not wordy) writing style.

-A discussion that spots legal issues, explains legal rules, applies facts appropriately to the rules, and

draws logical conclusions (see web sites, handouts, textbook and required research to be done).

-A discussion that includes full explanation of theories and applicable policies (see web sites,

textbook, handouts and required research to be done).

-Citations to authorities per acceptable citing method such as APA, MLA, Bluebook, etc.