5 function of law Quiz 1

Question 1

Established Rules of Conduct-Definition

Answer 1

Laws give guidance so that people are able to live with each other and not cause harm.

Structures in place to govern daily/day-to-day life.

Question 2

Established Rules of Conduct- Examples

Answer 2

-No littering

-Bell schedules ensure everyone knows where to go and when to go

-Must sign divorce papers before divorce is processed

-No vandalism

Question 3

Provide A System- Definition

Answer 3

There are consequences and punishments in place when laws are broken.

Carried out by law enforcement or the court system

Question 4

Provide A System- Examples

Answer 4

Illegal border crossing will result in deportation.

A parking ticket or tow if parked illegally.

Potentially get fined if caught with a fake ID

Question 5

Protect Rights and Freedom -Definition

Answer 5

Laws that are put in place to protect your rights from government interference

Question 6

Protect Rights and Freedom-Example

Answer 6

Freedom of Religion

Freedom of Expression

Freedom of Movement

Miranda Rights

Search Warrants

Question 7

Protect Society- Definition

Answer 7

Creates punishments as consequences.

Laws that outline what is considered wrong, and how these wrongdoings are dealt with.

Question 8

Protect Society- examples

Answer 8

The Criminal Code of Canada

The right to refuse dangerous working situations

Hour limits at work

Question 9

Resolve Dispute- Definition

Answer 9

There are processes to resolve conflicts appropriately in the “right” way.

Question 10

Resolve Dispute- Examples

Answer 10

The proper way to initiate and settle lawsuits

Process to settle child custody issues

If you can’t pay your debts, some assets may be taken as compensation.