SOC209H5 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Victimless Crime, Nulla Poena Sine Lege, Private Law
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Rule of law: the requirement that governments, as well as individuals, be subjected to and abide by the law. The government and its officials and agents as well as individuals and private entities are accountable by law. Laws are clear, publicized, stable and just, are applied evenly, and protect fundamental rights, including the security of persons and property. Process by which laws are enacted, administered and enforced is accessible, fair and efficient. Justice is delivered timely by competent, ethical, and independent representatives and neutrals who are of sufficient number, have adequate resources, and reflect the makeup of the communities they serve. Essence of rule of law is that no person is above the law, all persons are bound by the law, and are entitled to protection by the law; and the law should be observed and enforced equally. Traces black to the english magna carta. Spoke to judicial procedure, including the creation of a permanent court at.
