Miss Palomine tells the student that she volunteered as a community helper this morning. She then talks about the second kind of community helper, the policeman.

When picturing a jury, you probably imagine 12 people - no more, no less. But did you know there is no hard and fast rule about how many members are required on a jury? Today, Danielle looks at the differences between petit and grand...

In episode 15 of Supreme Court Briefs, a man with diabetes is beat up by the police who think he is drunk and just robbed a convenience store. Spoiler alert- he didn't.

In episode 16 of Supreme Court Briefs, two dudes fight over whether or not one can operate his steamboat in New York. In the end, the federal government just gets more power.

Legal scholar Emilie Hafner-Burton (UC San Diego) discusses why the US should be a signatory to the International Criminal Court.

Legal scholar Emilie Hafner-Burton (UC San Diego) discusses American attitudes regarding the International Criminal Court.

Legal scholar Emilie Hafner-Burton (UC San Diego) assesses the International Criminal Court and points to ways it could be improved.

Legal scholar Nita Farahany (Duke) describes a modern criminal defense that relies upon neuroscientific evidence.

Legal scholar Nita Farahany (Duke) describes how she uses neuroscience as a lens to better examine the original purpose of a law.

Legal scholar Nita Farahany (Duke University) describes how neuroscience is involved in the legal process.

Philosopher Scott Soames (USC) highlights the vital role that context plays in matters of legal interpretation.

Philosopher Scott Soames (USC) uses the celebrated example of the Smith gun case to illustrate the relation between linguistic ambiguity and legal interpretation.

Legal scholar Emilie Hafner-Burton (UC San Diego), describes her disillusioning experiences working at the U.N. Office in Geneva.

Philosopher Scott Soames (USC) presents us with a methodology for developing an appropriate legal interpretation in the face of vagueness.

Nita Farahany, Professor of Law & Philosophy at Duke University, discusses the future of criminality in light of the evolving science of human behaviour.

Elyn Saks, Professor of Law, Psychology, and Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences at USC, describes her own instrument for informed consent and how it differs from the MacArthur instrument.

Legal scholar Nita Farahany (Duke) describes an unexpected area where neuroscience is having an impact in legal proceedings.

Legal scholar Emilie Hafner-Burton (UC San Diego) describes why the zone of applicability of human rights laws and treaties is so small.

What does it take to be a good neighbor? This song teaches kids about obeying the city laws and being a kind friend. Children can learn about the many different ways to be a helpful part of the community with this upbeat and groovy tune!

Is an algorithm a person? Can we make it one? Should we make it one?

A Congressional Whip works with the party’s leadership in Congress to make sure everyone follows the agenda and votes together. They’re the muscle – the enforcer in a smart suit.

One of the most powerful tools the President of the United States has is the veto - but what is it and how has it evolved over time?

One of the most recognisable justices on the U.S. Supreme Court - Ruth Bader Ginsburg spent her career fighting for women’s and civil rights, helping to change the United States of America for the better.

Operation Pedro Pan saw more than 14,000 children escape Communist Cuba for a new life in the United States. But for many, their troubles were only just starting.