Human Rights
- right to life
- right to vote
- right to freedom of religion
- freedom of movement
- not to be randomly detained
Define (and identify) an express right contained in the Australian Constitution.
- The right to free interstate trade and commerce.
- Right to not be discriminated against the Commonwealth based on state of residence.
- The right to receive 'just terms' when property is acquired by the Commonwealth.
- The right to trial by jury for Commonwealth Indictable Offences.
- The right to freedom of religion.
What is the general limitations clause?
Explain the significance of the UDHR.
- UDHR considered to be the basis for international human rights declarations.
- UDHR consists of 30 articles which detail an individual's basic rights, and forms the basis for international humans rights declarations which has inspired international law and national legislation.
Provided under the Victorian Human Rights Charter, the four rights which Children and Adults are guaranteed if convicted of a criminal offence.
- Right to be provided with legal aid (if the absence would result in an unfair trial)
- Right to be provided with the assistance of an interpreter (if necessary)
- Right to not be compelled to give evidence against yourself
-Right to have your conviction (or case) reviewed by a higher court