The Nature of Law Flashcards
1
Q
Law which has developed in a community without being deliberately invented.
A
Custom law
2
Q
Law which is created by judges in court cases.
A
Common law
3
Q
Law which is made as an Act of Parliament.
A
Statute law
4
Q
A theory which states that the three branches of government share responsibilities to avoid discretionary powers or any branch from exercising the role of another.
A
The Separation of Powers theory
5
Q
The doctrine that all people and institutions are subject to and accountable to law that is fairly applied and enforced.
A
A.V Dicey’s Rule of Law
