2019 Sem 2

Question 1

Common law

Answer 1

• Development of precedent: doctrine of precedent
• based on ancient custom and applies to those who seek it
• Can be overridden/replaced by statute law
• Law defined under decisions made by judges previously (E.g.Donoghue vs Stevenson 1932)

Question 2

Precedent

Answer 2

• Past decision
• Doctrine of precedent: principle that requires judges to follow the rulings of judges in higher courts when the case involves similar circumstances.
• Furthermore, an appeals court is bound by their own past decisions.

Question 3

Rule of law

Answer 3

• government should not be arbitrary - it must be conducted through proper channels and processes
• all citizens are controlled by the law and should operate within the law
• the rights and obligations of citizens should be laid down in law
• all citizens are equal before the law

Question 4

Natural justice

Answer 4

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