Outcome 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Why do we need laws?
A
Laws are key in keeping peace. They;
- Reflect community values
- Establish code of conduct/boundaries
- Resolve disputes
- Provide/allow for change
2
Q
What are the characteristics of an effective law?
A
- known to public
- accepted by community
- able to be enforced
- stable
- allow for change
3
Q
What is the difference between criminal and civil disputes?
A
CRIMINAL
- aim to punish and deter
- case is brought into court by state or police
- parties involved: accused, prosecutor
- standard of proof: beyond reasonable doubt
- burden of proof: prosecutor
CIVIL
- aimed to protect people’s rights
- case brought to court by plaintiff
- parties involved: plaintiff, defendant
- standard of proof: balance of probability
- burden of proof: plaintiff
4
Q
What are the houses of the Australian Parliament?
A
FEDERAL
CROWN: Governor General
UPPER HOUSE: Senate (76 seats)
LOWER HOUSE: House of Representatives (150 seats)
STATE
CROWN: Governor
UPPER HOUSE: Legislative Council (40)
LOWER HOUSE: Legislative Assembly (88)
5
Q
What is the difference between legal and non-legal rules?
A
LEGAL RULES
- must be obeyed by all citizens
- are made in parliament or court
- enforced by the court system
- interpreted by a magistrate or police
NON-LEGAL RULES
- all people rules apply to must obey
- rules are made by leaders of that particular group
- enforced by body/group in charge
- interpreted by body/group in charge
