SOC209H5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Due Process, Mens Rea, Gilgit-Baltistan
19 Oct 2016
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K ey p rinc iples of the r ule of l aw : Government, officials, people and agents and private entities are accountable under the law. Laws are clear, publicized, just and are applied evenly, it protects fundamental rights including the security of persons and property. The process that enforces, enacts laws are fair and efficient. Justice is given by ethical, independent representatives who are of sufficient number have resources and reflects the makeup of the communities they serve. R ule of l aw : a fundamental component of the criminal justice system. E s s enc e of the rule of law : no one is above the law, everyone must follow it and are protected by it. Mag na c arta: the principles of the rule of law and the influence of the. Magna carta can be seen in the canadian charter of rights and freedom.
