Lindy Chamberlain
What animal did Lindy Chamberlain say took her baby?
A dingo
What was Gene Gibson charged with?
Murder (of Josh Warneke - Double points)
Press coverage that influences public opinion before a verdict is reached.
Trial by media
The principle that ensures everyone receives the same legal treatment.
Equality before the law
A person who gives testimony in a court case.
Witness
What was the name of the baby?
Azaria
Why did the police think Gene Gibson did it?
He was riding around in a stolen car near the site of the murder.
When a court case is slowed due to lack of resources or legal complexity.
Court delays
The right of a person to challenge a court's decision.
Right of appeal
The branch of government responsible for interpreting the law.
Judiciary
What did the police find in the Chamberlain's car?
Who was advocating for Gene's release?
Victim's Mother (Ingrid Bishop)
A bribe offered to a judge or law enforcement official.
Corruption
The principle that prevents government interference with court decisions.
Independent judiciary
The type of judge who oversees minor cases in the lower courts.
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Magistrate
Which of the following lead to Lindy Chamberlain's guilty verdict?
a) Corruption of the Judge
b) She confessed under coercion
c) Media made her look like a psychopath to the public
c) Media made her out to have murdered her baby without proper evidence.
What was the result of the appeals?
Forcing a confession from a suspect through intimidation or threats.
Coercion
The principle violated if a judge has personal connections to the case.
Independent judiciary
The highest court in Australia.
High court of Australia
What led to Lindy Chamberlain's acquittal (not guilty/freedom)?
The discovery of the baby's jacket near a dingo lair
Why did Gibson struggle to understand the charges against him?
Language barrier, probable mental impairment
An example of undermining justice caused by public protests outside a courtroom.
Trial by media
Which principles are being violated in this case:
A billionaire goes to trial for manslaughter, the judge decides to have the defendant perform community service rather than go to prison, citing the man's contribution to the economy. It is later revealed that the judge's son was given an executive job by the billionaire.
Independent judiciary (judge was swayed by bribe)
Equality before the law (unequal treatment)
The decision made in a previous case that guides future cases.
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Precedent