The Victorian Law Reform Commission (VLRC) (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards
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What is the VLRC?
What is the VLRC?
Victoria's leading independent law reform organisation
When was the VLRC established?
When was the VLRC established?
2001
VLRC's primary aim
VLRC's primary aim
Maintain fair, inclusive and accessible legal system
Is VLRC independent?
Is VLRC independent?
Yes, not influenced by political parties or government policy
What is a major inquiry?
What is a major inquiry?
Investigation referred to VLRC by Attorney-General
What are terms of reference?
What are terms of reference?
Instructions given to VLRC to investigate a matter
Is Parliament bound by VLRC recommendations?
Is Parliament bound by VLRC recommendations?
No, not obliged to adopt any recommendations
VLRC recommendations adoption rate
VLRC recommendations adoption rate
75% of inquiries had all/most recommendations adopted
Max penalty for stalking offence in Victoria
Max penalty for stalking offence in Victoria
10 years' imprisonment
What is the 13th person rule?
What is the 13th person rule?
No more than 12 jurors present during jury deliberations