Different types of laws Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three different types of laws?
A
Civil, case & by-laws
2
Q
How to civil laws come into force?
A
Civil laws are passed by parliament
e.g. potentially lowering voting age to 16
3
Q
How do case laws come into force?
A
A case law is decided in courts where a precedent is set.
4
Q
How do by-laws come into force?
A
By-laws are made by local county councils
e.g. parking restrictions, littering etc.