CRIM 135 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Precedent, Class Discrimination, Indian Act
6 Jan 2017
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Crim 135 - lecture 1 - introduction to canadian law and institutions. One of problems is differences b/w canadian law & law in diff countries. Water must meet certain levels of cleanliness. E. g. expiry date, prices, manufacturing food, transporting food. We generally do not consider how deeply lives regulated. Set of rules of conduct established by elected gov members. Law provides means of resolving/settling disputes through negotiation/by other peaceful means. Law establishes rules of conduct to maintain order in society. Protects our rights & freedoms against abuse by other people (human rights) Acknowledges sometimes people need to be protected from gov. Should apply to every member of society. Prevents people from hurting each other & reducing property damage. Provide reasonable sets of rules to guide daily lives. Basic purpose of rules is not to get someone in trouble but to ensure game can be played at all. Which laws should be enacted & which should be rejected.
