Law or norms of behaviour Flashcards
1
Q
what is the the definition of law
A
set of rules determined by specialists by a particular state meant for keeping people safe and treating them fairly
-what you can and can’t do
2
Q
definition of norms of behaviour or morals
A
unwritten rules of behaviour that is seen as acceptable towards the individual
3
Q
differences between law and morals (3)
A
- laws can’t be changed quickly, morals can depending on situation or culture
- laws are official rules which everyone has to abide by, morals aren’t
- if you against the law, there are harsh consequences, morals do not
4
Q
examples of morals
A
- keep promises
- always tell the truth
- treat others the way you want to be treated
- do not cheat
5
Q
examples of civil situations that could end in a court case
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(ACTION AGAINST SOMEBODY ELSE)
- NEGLIENCE
- CONTRACT
- theft
- family custody
6
Q
examples of criminal situations that could end in a court case
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(CRIMES AGAINST STATE)
- rape
- murder
- BATTERY
- assault (ABH)
7
Q
what does negligence mean
A
-owe a duty of care to anyone affected by your actions
eg if you’re in an driving accident, anyone else affected is your duty
8
Q
what does battery mean
A
-unwanted physical touch
