Role of Legislation (HSC SSCE Community and Family Studies): Flashcards
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What is legislation?
What is legislation?
Laws made by government ensuring fairness and order.
What does state-level legislation address?
What does state-level legislation address?
Local issues like transport and hospitals.
What is federal-level legislation for?
What is federal-level legislation for?
Managing nationwide issues like defense.
What are the stages of making laws?
What are the stages of making laws?
Drafting, debate, changes, and enactment.
What is the purpose of laws?
What is the purpose of laws?
To set behavior standards and resolve conflicts.
How do laws protect individuals?
How do laws protect individuals?
By preventing harm and ensuring fairness.
What does the Family Law Act 1975 do?
What does the Family Law Act 1975 do?
Solves family disputes and protects children's welfare.
What is the Children and Young Persons Care Act?
What is the Children and Young Persons Care Act?
Provides protection and care for young people.
What is legal aid?
What is legal aid?
Assistance for those unable to afford legal services.
What are ADVOs?
What are ADVOs?
Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders preventing harm.
