What This Document Is
This is a course outline template for Constitutional Law II (LAW 2051) at Gonzaga University, created by Professor Jason Gillmer for the Spring 2014 semester. It serves as a structural guide for the course, mapping out the key topics and legal concepts that will be covered regarding the protection of civil rights and civil liberties under the U.S. Constitution.
Why This Document Matters
This outline is primarily valuable for students enrolled in Professor Gillmer’s Constitutional Law II course. It provides a roadmap for understanding the course’s organization and the relative importance of different areas of study. It’s used during the semester to track progress and prepare for assessments. The outline also benefits anyone seeking a high-level overview of the course’s scope.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is a *template* and an *outline* – it does not contain detailed legal analysis, case summaries, or complete explanations of constitutional doctrines. It’s a navigational tool, not a substitute for attending lectures, completing readings, or engaging with course materials.
What This Document Provides
The outline details the following key areas:
* The application of the Bill of Rights to the states, including discussion of the 14th Amendment and incorporation doctrine.
* The State Action Doctrine and its exceptions (Public Function and Entanglement).
* An introduction to Equal Protection analysis, including the levels of scrutiny applied to different classifications.
* A breakdown of the Rational Basis Test.
This preview *does not* include detailed case law, in-depth explanations of legal tests, or specific examples beyond those provided in the excerpt. It does not cover the entirety of the course content.