Law And Society - Role Of Law In Society Flashcards
1
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What is the role of law in society?
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Where everyone agrees to be governed and follows the laws. Law shapes our norms and values.
2
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What are the 4 primary roles in society and who decided this?
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Lord Bingham
-Protect people from harm
-Ensure common good
-Settle arguments and disputes
-Persuade people to do the right thing
3
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How does law and society influence each other?
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Civil Disobedience : Gay rights for age of consent. Pre 1994: 21, 1994: 18, 2000: 16.
Media Sensationalism : Established by Stanley Cohen in ‘Folk Devils and Moral Panics’ in 1972. Media is a tool to enforce political agenda
Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, February 1st 2024 - banning of XL bullies