The Justice System
What does it mean by presumption of innocence?
Innocent until proven guilty. Accused doesn't have to prove they're innocent.
What are the Three Types of Federal Courts?
High Courts of Australia, Federal Courts of Australia and Family Courts of Australia.
What is civic duty?
Contributing to community/society
What is the Magna Carta?
The declaration that all citizens, regardless of who they are, are equal before the law
What is criminal law?
Deals with offences against the community
What does the right to silence do?
Prevents accused from being forced to say anything that might incriminate them.
What is a juror?
Member of the jury who listens to evidence in a trial and decides if accused is guilty or not guilty.
What 3 powers is government separated into?
Legislature, executive, judiciary
What is the right to legal representation?
Ensures all accused people can be defended in court.
What does jurisdiction mean?
The official power to make legal decisions and judgements.
What does it mean by verdict?
Decision of guilt or innocence
Define the constitution
Highest law in Australia. The rulebook for making rules.
What is Civil law
Deals with disputed between individuals, groups or organisations.
What does the right to a fair trial make sure?
That the trial is open, transparent, and follows just procedures to ensure fair outcome.
What is original jurisdiction?
The power of a court to hear and decide a case for the first time
What does it mean by unanimous?
Everyone is in complete agreement
What is the rule of law?
The concept that both the government and citizens know the law and obey it
What is Customary Law?
Customary law consists of unwritten norms that develop from repeated, stable practices within a community.
What does the burden of proof ensure?
What does appellate jurisdiction involve?
The power of the high court to review if a decision should be upheld, changed, or overturned.
How many people are in a jury?
What are 3 things the scales of justice symbolise?
Fairness, equity and balance