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Peer reviewedSteiner, R. James; Holahan, Carol J. – Update on Law-Related Education, 1994
Presents a secondary level activity in which students participate in a decision-making activity involving the U.S. legal system and legal aid. Includes lesson objectives, step-by-step instructional procedures, and a student handout titled "Examining the Future of Legal Aid Programs." (CFR)
Descriptors: Civil Law, Class Activities, Decision Making, Equal Protection
Peer reviewedGold, Julia Ann – Update on Law-Related Education, 1994
Maintains that, although courts have ruled that poor people accused of crimes must be provided legal services, most court cases involve civil law. Presents a secondary school lesson in which students review 11 mock civil court cases and decide whether or not free legal counsel should be provided. (CFR)
Descriptors: Civil Law, Courts, Decision Making, Due Process
