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    What is the difference between a magistrate and a judge?

    • There is no difference.
    • The magistrate makes decisions in the local court whereas higher courts are presided over by judges.
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  • 2. 

    What is the role of the Legal Aid Commission?

    • To help lawyers who receive complaints from their clients.

    • To provide legal assistance to people who cannot afford a lawyer.

    Correct Answer
    A. To provide legal assistance to people who cannot afford a lawyer.
    Explanation
    The role of the Legal Aid Commission is to provide legal assistance to individuals who are unable to afford a lawyer. This means that the commission helps individuals who do not have the financial means to hire a lawyer by offering them legal support and representation. The commission aims to ensure that everyone has access to justice, regardless of their financial situation.

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  • 3. 

    What is the difference between laws and rules?

    • There is no difference.

    • Laws apply to all people in society all of the time, whereas rules apply to some people only some of the time.

    Correct Answer
    A. Laws apply to all people in society all of the time, whereas rules apply to some people only some of the time.
    Explanation
    Laws and rules differ in their scope and applicability. Laws are universally applicable and binding on all individuals within a society at all times. They are enacted by the government and carry legal consequences if violated. On the other hand, rules are specific guidelines or regulations that apply to certain individuals or groups in particular situations or contexts. They are often established by organizations, institutions, or communities to maintain order and ensure fairness. Unlike laws, rules may not have legal consequences but are still expected to be followed.

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    Criminal law is:

    • A private law as it has to do with how people treat individuals.

    • A public law as persons breaking criminal laws are considered to be harming all members of society.

    Correct Answer
    A. A public law as persons breaking criminal laws are considered to be harming all members of society.
    Explanation
    Criminal law is considered a public law because it deals with offenses that are seen as harmful to society as a whole. When individuals break criminal laws, they are not just harming individuals, but also posing a threat to the well-being and safety of the entire community. The purpose of criminal law is to maintain order, protect the public, and deter criminal behavior. Therefore, it is classified as a public law rather than a private law that focuses on disputes between individuals.

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    Statute laws are made by parliament.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Statute laws are indeed made by parliament. Statute laws are laws that are formally written and enacted by a legislative body, usually a parliament. These laws are binding and have the force of law in a particular jurisdiction. Parliament, as the highest legislative authority in many countries, has the power to create, amend, and repeal statute laws. Therefore, it is correct to say that statute laws are made by parliament.

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    Civil law is:

    • Private law as it regulates the way that individuals and organisations interact with each other.

    • Public law as it has to do with how people in government behave.

    Correct Answer
    A. Private law as it regulates the way that individuals and organisations interact with each other.
    Explanation
    Civil law is considered private law because it governs the relationships and interactions between individuals and organizations. It focuses on resolving disputes and enforcing rights and obligations in areas such as contracts, property, torts, and family law. Public law, on the other hand, deals with the relationship between individuals and the government, including constitutional, administrative, and criminal law.

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    NSW Courts in order from lowest to highest court

    • District Court, Local Court, Supreme Court.

    • Family Court of Australia, Local Court, District Court.

    • Local Court, District Court, Supreme Court.

    • Local Court, District Court, High Court of Australia.

    Correct Answer
    A. Local Court, District Court, Supreme Court.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Local Court, District Court, Supreme Court. This is the correct order of the NSW Courts from lowest to highest. The Local Court is the lowest court, followed by the District Court, and then the Supreme Court.

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    Common laws are made by judges.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Common laws are made by judges because common law is a legal system where the law is developed through judicial decisions rather than through legislative statutes. Judges interpret and apply the law based on previous court decisions, known as precedents, which create a body of common law. This allows judges to adapt the law to changing social and cultural circumstances. Therefore, common laws are indeed made by judges.

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    The Australian Constitution separates powers between the three most important groups ruling in Australia, the __________ which refers to the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the legislature which refers to the _____________ and the Judiciary represented by the ______________. Select the option from the multiple choice which lists the words to fill in the blanks in the correct order. 

    • Legislature, Parliament, High Court of Australia

    • Executive, High Court of Australia, Parliament

    • Executive, Parliament, High Court of Australia.

    Correct Answer
    A. Executive, Parliament, High Court of Australia.
    Explanation
    The Australian Constitution separates powers between the three most important groups ruling in Australia, the Executive which refers to the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the legislature which refers to the Parliament, and the Judiciary represented by the High Court of Australia.

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    What is the role of the judge and jury in deciding criminal matters?

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