Law, Society & Political Involvement I
Name one reason for laws in society
Establish boundaries, Protection, Freedom, Resolving Disputes
The role of magistrates
Hears cases in the Local Court
Superannuation/Super
At what age can someone apply for their drivers license?
16
Think different
Apple
What is the court above the district court?
Supreme Court
What are the 3 levels of government?
Federal, State & Local
Which type of employment provides the least job security
Casual
What is the difference between ongoing costs and establishment costs?
Ongoing - Recurring expenses e.g. bills
Establishment - one-off payments when setting up a home
Aussie kids are ... kids
Weet-bix
Which source of law is the most influential in the Australian legal system?
Statue Law
How can the Constitution be changed?
Referendum
A group that represents employers and provides legal, wage and other support.
Trade Union/Union
How many weeks rent is a bond?
4 weeks
Just like a chocolate milkshake, only crunchy
Coco-pops
What is the principle that decisions made in higher courts must be followed in lower courts?
Precedent
Names 3 specialised courts
Coroners, Children's, Drug, Land & Environment
What is the difference between a wage and a salary?
Wage - Pay based on an hourly rate or daily basis
Salary - Yearly income
What is a condition report?
It details the general condition of the property, room by room, and the condition of the property.
My Store
Myer
Define defamation
The publication of material that harms a persons reputation.
What is the age of criminal responsibility?
Children under the age of 10 cannot be held responsible for a crime.
What is the term for an amount of money paid regularly to shareholders
Dividend
How many days does a landlord needs to give to a tenant about increasing the rent.
At least 60 days
Have a break
KitKat