Police Officers
What is one job police do to help keep communities safe?
They investigate crimes to protect people.
Enforce traffic laws
Keep people safe
Who do lawyers speak to in court to help their clients?
The judge
Who listens to both sides of a case in court?
Judge
Where do customs officers usually work?
Airport
Which law do police enforce on the roads?
Traffic laws
What’s one thing a lawyer should always keep confidential?
The details of their client’s case.
What is one thing a judge does to keep the courtroom in order?
They tell people to be quiet or behave properly during court.
Name one illegal thing customs officers might find in someone’s bag.
Drugs or weapons.
Name one skill that helps police work well in teams.
Good communication., problem solving, teamwork
Why is it important for lawyers to explain the law to their clients?
So the client understands their rights and what might happen in court.
Why must a judge listen carefully to both sides of a story?
To make a fair and correct decision based on the facts.
Why is it important that customs officers stop dangerous things from entering Australia?
To keep people and communities safe.
True or false:
Each state and territory has its own police force that deals with crimes
True
How might a lawyer help someone before they even go to court?
By giving advice, helping them fill out legal forms, or preparing evidence.
How does a judge decide what punishment to give someone who breaks the law?
By using the law to guide them and thinking about what is fair for the situation.
Give an example of a situation where state police would not be responsible for the investigation.
Crimes that cross international borders, like smuggling goods between countries.
Spell the job
Lawyer
Why is it important for a judge to stay fair even if they don’t agree with someone in the case?
Because personal feelings shouldn’t affect the law; the decision must be based on facts and fairness.