lesson 1 and 2

Question 1

why do we need laws

Answer 1

protect the safety of people in the community.
recognise and protect the freedoms and interests of community members.
ensure that society functions properly.
produce fair outcomes.

Question 2

social cohesion?

Answer 2

The ability of a community to live together in a peaceful, orderly and harmonious manner by recognising that all people have rights and responsibilities.

Question 3

customs?

Answer 3

socially acceptable habits that have become common practice

Question 4

rules?

Answer 4

non legal guidelines which apply to a specific group of people

Question 5

laws?

Answer 5

legal rules that everyone in society must follow

Question 6

characteristics of an effective law

Answer 6

known
enforceable
reflect societies values
laws should be stable
clear and easily understood

Question 7

principles of justice

Answer 7

fairness- impartial and just treatment or behaviour without favouritism or discrimination.
equality- the state of being equal, especially in status, rights or opportunities.
access- means or opportunity to engage in the legal system.