Criminal Law in Australia
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Which principle is Australia's legal system based on?

  • Guilty until proven innocent
  • Innocent until proven innocent
  • Guilty until proven guilty
  • Innocent until proven guilty (correct)
  • What is the age range for criminal responsibility in Australia?

  • 19-21 years old
  • 10-14 years old (correct)
  • 22-25 years old
  • 15-18 years old
  • What is the focus of the juvenile justice system in Australia?

  • Ignoring the underlying causes of young offenders' behavior
  • Providing support and guidance for young offenders (correct)
  • Encouraging young offenders to commit more crimes
  • Punishing young offenders
  • Study Notes

    • Australia's legal system is based on the principle of common law.

    Criminal Responsibility

    • In Australia, the age range for criminal responsibility is 10-17 years old.

    Juvenile Justice System

    • The focus of the juvenile justice system in Australia is on rehabilitation and restorative justice.

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    Test your knowledge on criminal law in Australia with this Year 8 level quiz! Learn about the different crimes and offenses outlined in the law, their specific elements, and the consequences for committing them. This quiz will help you understand the basics of criminal law in Australia and prepare you for further study in this fascinating field. Keywords: criminal law, Australia, Year 8, crimes, offenses, elements, consequences.

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