The Meaning of the Rule of Law (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What does the rule of law mean in Australia?
What does the rule of law mean in Australia?
Everyone must follow the law equally
What are the two key components of the rule of law?
What are the two key components of the rule of law?
Universal application & fair laws
What does constitutional restraint on parliament prevent?
What does constitutional restraint on parliament prevent?
Parliament exercising unlimited power
What does judicial independence ensure?
What does judicial independence ensure?
Decisions based on law not politics
What does the principle of open criticism allow?
What does the principle of open criticism allow?
Citizens to challenge & question laws
In DPP v Fowler, what was the police officer found guilty of?
In DPP v Fowler, what was the police officer found guilty of?
Recklessly causing injury
What sentence did the officer receive in DPP v Fowler?
What sentence did the officer receive in DPP v Fowler?
$10,000 fine without conviction
How does media uphold the rule of law?
How does media uphold the rule of law?
By facilitating open criticism of laws
What does Clause 5 of the Constitution establish?
What does Clause 5 of the Constitution establish?
Commonwealth laws bind courts & people
What does judicial review allow citizens to do?
What does judicial review allow citizens to do?
Use courts to challenge parliament's laws