Unit 8-Crime And Punishment Flashcards
1
Q
Why must laws be just
A
If some are unjust then people may think that all laws are unjust so won’t follow any
If laws are unjust then people may think it’s the right to break laws
If laws don’t give justice people will take laws into their own hands
If they think the legal system isn’t working then it could lead to a civil war
2
Q
Why are laws needed
A
All groups need rules members must follow
Protect the vulnerable
Keep things organised in an advanced society
Business laws make sure we are paid and treated fairly
