Characteristics of an Effective Law (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards
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5 characteristics of effective law
5 characteristics of effective law
Reflect values, enforceable, known, clear, stable
Enforceable law definition
Enforceable law definition
Authorities can detect breaches & impose consequences
Spent convictions meaning
Spent convictions meaning
Criminal records no longer appearing after certain period
Legal principle about not knowing the law
Legal principle about not knowing the law
Ignorance of the law is no excuse
Social cohesion definition
Social cohesion definition
Society functioning smoothly with shared values
Why laws must reflect society's values
Why laws must reflect society's values
People more likely to comply willingly when law seems fair
Business fine for banned plastic items in Victoria
Business fine for banned plastic items in Victoria
$1849 per breach
Problem with unclear laws
Problem with unclear laws
People may inadvertently break them due to confusion
Why law stability matters
Why law stability matters
Constant changes create uncertainty about obligations
Sue definition
Sue definition
Take civil action in court claiming legal right infringed