Question 1

The Federal government compulsorily acquires Tom's land as the proposed site for a new freeway.He is not compensated.Tom may be able to challenge the acquisition on the ground that:

Accepted Answer

Under the Australian Constitution, Section 51(xxxi) provides that the Federal government can acquire property on 'just terms', meaning Tom is entitled to compensation.

Question 2

Tort law may be classified as:
i.Public law.
ii.Criminal law.
iii.International law.
iv.Civil law.
v.Domestic law.
vi.Private law.

Accepted Answer

Tort law is a part of civil law and is considered a type of private law, which governs disputes between individuals or organizations. It is also domestic law as it applies within a particular jurisdiction.

Question 3

Ethical standards are similar to legal rules because:

Accepted Answer

Ethical standards, like legal rules, provide guidance for decision-making regarding behavior, helping individuals determine what is right or wrong.

Question 4

In his country of origin Nigel is not permitted to exercise any legal rights because of his racial heritage.It appears that his country is not governed in accordance with:

Accepted Answer

The rule of law ensures that all individuals are treated equally under the law, without discrimination based on race or other characteristics. If Nigel is denied legal rights due to his racial heritage, it indicates a violation of the rule of law.

Question 5

Which if the following is not a key feature of law?

Accepted Answer

Laws are not necessarily approved by the court; they are created by the legislative branch and enforced by the judicial system.

Question 6

The term loophole when used in a legal context means:

Accepted Answer

A loophole in a legal context refers to a way of interpreting a law that allows someone to circumvent or avoid its intended effect, often exploiting ambiguities or gaps in the law.

Question 7

The purpose of the law is to:
i.Resolve disputes.
ii.Keep the peace.
iii.Preserve and enforce community values.
iv.Ensure that resources and opportunities are distributed fairly within a community.

Accepted Answer

The law serves multiple purposes, including resolving disputes, maintaining peace, preserving community values, and ensuring fair distribution of resources and opportunities.

Question 8

'Justice' can best be understood as:

Accepted Answer

Justice is the quality of being fair and impartial.

Question 9

Certainty is one of the ideals of the law because:

Accepted Answer

Certainty in law allows individuals to plan their actions with confidence, knowing the rules and consequences in advance, which is essential for a stable and predictable legal system.

Question 10

Johnny is accused of murder.Which of the following is not an example of procedural justice at work?

Accepted Answer

Taking into account Johnny's criminal history when passing sentence is an example of substantive justice, which looks at the outcome of the case rather than the process. The other options mentioned are examples of procedural justice, which focus on ensuring a fair and impartial process for determining guilt or innocence.

Question 11

Public law is concerned with the relationship between the citizen and the state, and includes:

Accepted Answer

Public law includes constitutional law and administrative law as they govern the relationship between individuals and the state.

Question 12

Private law is concerned with the relationships between citizens within the community, and includes:
i.Contract law and tort law.
ii.Competition law and consumer law.
iii.Commercial law and partnership law.
iv.Employment law.

Accepted Answer

Private law governs relationships between individuals and entities within a community. It encompasses contract law, tort law, commercial law, partnership law, employment law, competition law, and consumer law.

Question 13

A particular law might be changed because of:
i.A change in government.
ii.Changing social and moral values.
iii.Old legislation automatically expiring.
iv.The invention of new technologies.

Accepted Answer

A law might be changed due to a change in government, changing social and moral values, or the invention of new technologies, as these factors can influence the relevance and applicability of existing laws. Old legislation expiring is not a reason for changing a law, but rather a reason for its expiration.

Question 14

Retributive justice is:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Retributive justice is:
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Question 15

A legal system that complies with the rule of law will ensure that:
i.All citizens have legal rights enforceable in the courts.
ii.The law will be applied equally to all.
iii.All citizens are entitled to legal representation.
iv.People will only be punished for conduct that is expressly made illegal.

Accepted Answer

The rule of law ensures that all citizens have enforceable legal rights, the law is applied equally, and individuals are only punished for conduct that is explicitly illegal. Legal representation is not a guaranteed aspect of the rule of law.

Question 16

As an employer Johnny must pay payroll tax to:

Accepted Answer

The answer of As an employer Johnny must pay payroll...

Question 17

Contract law regulates:

Accepted Answer

Contract law regulates agreements and promises, ensuring that parties to a contract fulfill their obligations as agreed.

Question 18

Ash promises to meet Johnny for a beer, but never shows up.Ash's conduct is:

Accepted Answer

Ash's conduct is unethical because it involves breaking a promise, but it is legal as there is no law requiring someone to meet for a social engagement.

Question 19

Danny is arrested.When asked, the arresting officer refuses to tell Danny why he has been arrested.It appears that the police are not acting in accordance with:

Accepted Answer

Procedural justice refers to the fairness in the processes that resolve disputes and allocate resources. It includes the right to be informed of the reasons for an arrest, which was not followed in Danny's case.

Question 20

The law is a living, growing thing that constantly changes.Which of the following cannot be regarded as a force for change?

Accepted Answer

The notion of certainty is about maintaining stability and predictability in the law, not about changing it.

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