Rights & Responsibilities - Laws In Contemporary Society

Question 1

What are the 4 foundations of the legal system?

Answer 1

Justice
Fairness
Presumption of innocence
Equality before the law

Question 2

Define justice

Answer 2

Behaviour/treatment that is seen as morally right & fair.

Question 3

Define fairness.

Answer 3

Treating people equally & appropriately.

Question 4

What is “presumption of innocence”?

Answer 4

A person brought before a court is innocent & the state has to prove their guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

Question 5

What is “equality before the law”?

Answer 5

The law treats everyone equally & allows everyone to access the justice system.

Question 6

What are the 5 principles of the rule of law?

Answer 6

Legal certainty
Laws are properly enacted & clear in their purpose
There is equality & fairness
Laws can’t be retrospective
Legal process is due

Question 7

What is the role of citizens in the justice system?

Answer 7

To make up a jury that determine the decision of a trial.

Question 8

Who can become a magistrate?

Answer 8

Citizens (anyone).

Question 9

After WW2 what document established an agreement on common human rights?

Answer 9

The Universal Declaration Of Human Rights, UDHR.