Civil Rights litigation under section 42 U.S.C. § 1983 (Section 1983) has played a key role in reforming governmental agency operations and the provision of public services. Section 1983 allows citizens to bring suit against governmental agencies and their officers for deprivations of federal constitutional and statutory rights.  A key focus of the course will be on police and prison official misconduct. Will allow students to integrate legal doctrine, theory, professional lawyering skills and legal ethics through in-class simulation experiences.