Key Terms - Basic Legal Concepts Flashcards
What is the definition of custom?
Habits or traditions that have developed in society over time
What is the definition of Anarchy?
A lack or absence of laws and government
What is the definition of rules?
Regulations or principles governing procedure or conduct
What is the definition of law?
A set of rules imposed on the community that are officially recognised and enforceable by police and/or courts
What is the definition of Fairness?
Free from bias, dishonesty or injustice
What is the definition of equality?
The state of being equal, having the same rights or status
What is the definition of justice?
The legal principle of upholding rights and enforcing responsibilities ensuring equal outcomes are achieved
What is the definition of values?
Principles, standards or qualities considered worthwhile or desirable in society
What is the definition of access?
The right or opportunity to use something
What is the definition of ethics?
Rules or standards governing the conduct of a person or the members of a profession
Tyranny
Rules by a single leader holding the absolute power in a nation-state
What is the definition of nation-state?
A politically independent country
What is the definition of Customary law?
Principles of procedures that have developed according to the customs of a nation and are treated as obligatory (mandatory)
What is the definition of the rule of law?
No one is above the law
What is the definition of sanction?
A penalty imposed on those who break the law
