King Hall’s Criminal Justice Externship allows students to earn academic credit in the fall and spring semesters working in a District Attorney's or Public Defender's office or another appropriate placement in one of several surrounding counties or in a federal Public Defender or US Attorney's office. Students participate in a range of activities, including observation, interviewing, research, writing, counseling, motion practice, and trials under State Bar rules. In order to appear in court, students must qualify for certification by the relevant state or federal jurisdiction.
All externships have two components: (1) Field supervisors oversee assignments and provide feedback for students to build their legal skills and knowledge, and (2) students complete professional development assignments under the supervision of a King Hall faculty advisor. Criminal Justice students may enroll in part-time or full-time placements. Approved placements may be in-person, hybrid or remote.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in 219 Evidence.
Recommended course: 263A Trial Practice I
Graduation Requirements: Counts towards Professional Skills Requirement
Grading Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory