Untitled Deck Flashcards
Define freedom of speech.
Freedom of speech is the right to express opinions, ideas, and information without fear of government censorship, as long as it complies with the law.
Define freedom of association.
Freedom of association is the right to join or form groups, such as unions, political parties, or social clubs, without fear of persecution.
Define freedom of movement.
Freedom of movement is the right to travel freely within a country, and to leave or re-enter it, without government interference.
Define freedom of expression.
Freedom of expression includes the right to freely share opinions, beliefs, and ideas through speech, art, writing, or other media.
Explain how each freedom is protected in Australia.
These freedoms are protected through laws, such as anti-discrimination acts, human rights charters, and Australia’s commitment to being a secular and democratic society.
Explain how each freedom is limited.
Freedoms are limited by laws preventing harm, such as restrictions on hate speech, defamation, criminal activity, or actions threatening public safety.
What is the difference between rules and laws?
Rules are guidelines created by organisations or communities, while laws are legal requirements created by governments and enforced by courts.
Define statute law.
Statute law is legislation written and passed by parliament, forming a formal part of the legal system.
Outline the process of passing a bill through Parliament.
A bill is proposed, debated, amended if necessary, and voted on in the House of Representatives and Senate. If approved, it receives royal assent and becomes law.
Explain the roles and responsibilities of Parliamentarians.
Parliamentarians debate laws, represent constituents, make decisions on policies, and oversee the functioning of the government.
Define common law.
Common law is law developed by judges through court decisions, based on precedent, rather than written statutes.
Define criminal law.
Criminal law deals with offences against society, such as theft or murder, and prescribes penalties like fines or imprisonment.
Define civil law.
Civil law resolves disputes between individuals or organisations, often involving compensation.
Outline the four types of criminal laws.
Criminal laws include property crimes, personal crimes, inchoate crimes, and statutory crimes.
Outline the three types of civil laws.
Civil laws include contract law, tort law, and family law.
