This course provides an introduction to law and the American legal system with an emphasis on the judicial branch at the federal and state level, as well as criminal, civil and constitutional law and legal process and procedure. Additional focus is given to the citizen's role in lawmaking and the judicial process as well as the extent to which law affects our daily lives. Students will be expected to analyze cases, current events, articles, participate in mock trials and complete a memorandum of law. Law Studies involves active student participation in their learning.