1.3 characteristics of an effective law Flashcards
1
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why must a law be enforceable
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so if people break the law, it is possible to catch and punish them or sue them
2
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why must a law be known
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because if people do not know about a law, then they cannot follow it
3
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why must a law be clear and understood
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must be written in a way that people cn understand it, so the intent of the law is clear
4
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why must a law be stable
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if law is constantly changing, people become uncertain about what the law actually is
