The Rule of Law (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards
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Definition of rule of law
Definition of rule of law
Everyone must obey law; laws should be fair & clear
Who is above the law?
Who is above the law?
No one - not PM, Premier, judges, officials, or citizens
Definition of presumption of innocence
Definition of presumption of innocence
Right to be presumed not guilty unless proven otherwise
Who has burden of proof in criminal cases?
Who has burden of proof in criminal cases?
The prosecution, not the accused
1st principle upholding rule of law
1st principle upholding rule of law
Laws must be clear, understood, known & enforceable
3rd principle upholding rule of law
3rd principle upholding rule of law
Independent & impartial adjudicators must hear cases
What does 'impartial' mean for judges?
What does 'impartial' mean for judges?
Not biased towards either party in a case
4th principle upholding rule of law
4th principle upholding rule of law
Laws must be applied equally & fairly to all
How many key principles uphold rule of law?
How many key principles uphold rule of law?
Four key principles
Mahsa Amini case (Iran, 2022)
Mahsa Amini case (Iran, 2022)
Woman arrested for hijab, died in custody, sparked protests