This course will introduce students to the doctrine and theory of the constitutional law of freedom of speech, as well as some of the basic principles that govern the enforcement of freedom of the press and freedom of association. Topics explored in the course will include: advocacy of unlawful conduct, defamation, commercial speech, offensive speech, incidental regulations of speech, protest in public places, and government subsidies of speech. Readings will be provided digitally, no casebook required. Grading will be based on class participation and a final exam. Special Instructions: This course is limited to LAW 70 students by lottery. ENROLLMENT IS RESTRICTED TO JD-2Ls, JD-3Ls, and SLS Advanced Degree students.
4 units · Law Honors/Pass/Restrd Cr/Fail
This course will introduce students to the doctrine and theory of the constitutional law of freedom of speech, as well as some of the basic principles that govern the enforcement of freedom of the press and freedom of association. Topics explored in the course will include: advocacy of unlawful conduct, defamation, commercial speech, offensive speech, incidental regulations of speech, protest in public places, and government subsidies of speech. Readings will be provided digitally, no casebook required. Grading will be based on class participation and a final exam. Special Instructions: This course is limited to 70 students by lottery. ENROLLMENT IS RESTRICTED TO JD-2Ls, JD-3Ls, and SLS Advanced Degree students.
Offered in Winter 2027 at Stanford University.