Understanding the Australian Legal System

Understanding the Australian Legal System

Author: John Carvan

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13:

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A concise account of the language and structures of the Australian legal system for those who want a succinct yet thorough approach to this subject. Contents include: studying law, the law-making process, the legal system, precedent, the interpretation of statutes, contracts and commercial dealings and more.


Understanding Law

Understanding Law

Author: Chisholm Richard

Publisher:

Published: 2002-01

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 9780409318777

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Sixth edition of a guide to Australia's legal system, first published 1974. Discusses the role of courts, law and morality, censorship and international law and human rights. Includes chapters on the origins of the legal system, how laws are made and what the various law courts do. Written in easy to understand language, and includes case studies, cartoons and index. Chisholm is a Judge of the Family Court of Australia and Nettheim is a Professor of Law at the University of New South Wales.


Australian Legal System

Australian Legal System

Author: Michael K. Meek

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13:

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Nutshells are ideal as an introduction to an area of law or as a brush up in preparation for exams. Concise; Clear explanations; Key cases; Legislative provisions.


Tradition and Change in Australian Law

Tradition and Change in Australian Law

Author: Patrick Parkinson

Publisher: Lawbook Company

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13:

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This book examines the tradition of law in Australia & the tension between adherence to tradition & the demands of change & renewal for the legal system. The author argues that the greatest challenge the legal system faces is the challenge of inclusion -- to make the legal system one to which all Australians have access & in which all Australians are able to make their voices heard. The new edition takes account of recently published work in Australian legal history, including the Wik case & the native title debate, the debate about a Republic, changes in the Australian court system, developments in legal reasoning & statutory interpretation, & the problems of access to justice.


Law in Australian Society

Law in Australian Society

Author: Keiran Hardy

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2024-10-15

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 104013310X

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What is the ‘rule of law'? How do laws get made? Does our legal and political system achieve justice for all Australians equally? Designed for beginners as well as non-law students, this textbook provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to understanding Australia's system of law and government. Law in Australian Society explains legislation and case law, courts, and the doctrine of precedent. Keiran Hardy examines the roles played by parliaments, politics, and the media. He explains founding principles, including democracy, liberalism, the separation of powers, and federalism. Human rights and justice are highlighted, with an emphasis on First Nations Peoples and the law. The book explains criminal responsibility and the justice system, including police powers and the criminal trial. It concludes with case studies of cybercrime and counterterrorism laws to illustrate law reform in action. This second edition has been fully updated throughout, including recent legislation, cases, and topical issues from Australian law and politics, including from the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Each chapter features practical examples, chapter summaries and review questions together with a glossary of key terms. Concise, accessible and up-to-the-minute, this is a vital guide for anyone seeking to understand Australian law and government.


DNA Evidence in the Australian Legal System

DNA Evidence in the Australian Legal System

Author: M. Smith

Publisher:

Published: 2015-12-04

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780409343267

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DNA Evidence in the Australian Legal System discusses the legal issues associated with DNA evidence, ranging from crime scene collection and DNA databases through to its use in criminal trials and appeals. This integrated text explains important legal issues associated with DNA evidence that have developed alongside the science. While there are a number of books available that discuss DNA evidence from a forensic science perspective, this text is one of the few worldwide to focus on these issues from a legal perspective. A wide range of legal issues are discussed, including those associated with the collection of DNA evidence at the crime scene, laboratory analysis, creation of DNA profiles, use of DNA databases, the presentation of DNA evidence at trial, and the use of DNA in the review of convictions and acquittals. Forensic procedures legislation is reviewed, as well as key cases relevant to each of these topics. The text also includes a comparative discussion of developments in key jurisdictions such as the United Kingdom and United States, providing context for current and potential future developments in Australia. It is intended that this book will be an authority on DNA evidence and the law in Australia and an important reference for those studying, working with or researching the topic. This includes professionals such as lawyers, researchers, police, laboratory scientists, policymakers and expert witnesses who work in the criminal justice system, as well as students of law, criminology, criminal justice and forensic science.


Laying Down the Law

Laying Down the Law

Author: Robin Creyke

Publisher:

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 720

ISBN-13: 9780409351941

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Laying Down the Law provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of law.