1.2 Flashcards

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what are socially constructed laws

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laws made by society that change over time and differ between cultures

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2
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what is adultery

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a sexual act between 2 or more people where at least 1 is married without permission from partner

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3
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where is adultery legal/illegal

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legal in most countries including UK/illegal in Muslim countries such as Africa

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4
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what is homosexuality

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sexual act between members of same sex

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5
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where is homosexuality legal/illegal

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legal in UK,Europe/illegal in others resulting in death penalty in 6

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6
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what is the cannabis law

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possession is treated less seriously compared to growing/dealing/importing

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where is cannabis legal/illegal

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legal in Canada,Portugal/illegal in UK,Europe

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what is the prostitution law

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legal but illegal to solicit in public areas such as window calling

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9
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what is the vagrancy law

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it is illegal but many people ignore due to sympathy/acceptance

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