An introduction to the problem posed by the assumptions that human actions are natural occurrences and that natural occurrences are governed by causal laws, whether deterministic or probabilistic. Various versions of determinism, compatibilism, and metaphysical libertarianism will be discussed in connection with ascriptions of legal and moral responsibility.

Prerequisite(s): Philosophy 2250 with a minimum grade of 70%, Philosophy 2700F/G.

Extra Information: 3 hours.