the legal system (question 7 on)

Question 1

how do courts interrupt and apply common law principles, what roles do judges play in shaping Australia’s common law

Answer 1

common law pricniples are the basis of the legal system, based on 3 principles:
- precedent
- stare decisis
- dualism
The judges make common laws, interpret and apply statute law

Question 2

What are the key features of the Australian Constitution, and how do they shape the country’s system of government and law

Answer 2

• the right to vote
• the rule of law, promotes justice, fairness and individual freedom
• separation of powers ( keeps check and balance in institutions of government so none of them has too much power) legislative, executive and the judiciary
• rights, the constitution defines and protects rights

Question 3

sources of international law

Answer 3

treaties, customs , and general principles