CC102 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Precedent, Actus Reus, Double Jeopardy
Document Summary
The public gives up certain liberties on the assumption that the state will protect them give up our right to implement our own justice system on the assumption that the state will do that effectively for us. The requirement that governments, as well as individuals, be subjected to and abide by the law. Government, individuals and private entities are accountable under the law. Laws are clear, publicized, stable and just, applies evenly, and protect fundamental rights. Fair and efficient processes for enacting, administering, and. Justice is delivered timely by competent, ethical and independent, well resources, and neutral representatives. An act or omission that is prohibited by criminal law: act assault, robbery, omission failing to report child abuse, failing to provide necessities of life. The body of law that deals with conduct considered to be harmful to society as a whole that it is prohibited by statute and prosecuted and punished by the government.
