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What is the main reason for using valid sources when discussing legal issues?
What is the main reason for using valid sources when discussing legal issues?
Copying text in a legal context can never be accepted.
Copying text in a legal context can never be accepted.
False
Name one reliable source for finding Finnish legislation.
Name one reliable source for finding Finnish legislation.
The tool used to check for plagiarism at HAMK is called __________.
The tool used to check for plagiarism at HAMK is called __________.
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Match the following sources to their respective focus:
Match the following sources to their respective focus:
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Study Notes
Finding Valid Legal Information
- The validity of a source is crucial for accurate legal information.
- Legal information needs to be exact, correct, and up-to-date to be valid.
- Simple sources can lead to misunderstandings of the information.
- Trustworthy sources provide reliable information.
- Laws change frequently, so up-to-date information is essential.
Websites for Legal Information
- Finlex.fi: Finnish legislation (unofficial translations)
- eur-lex.europa.eu: EU Law
- prh.fi: Companies and trademarks
- eduskunta.fi: Parliament's pages (constitutional issues)
- om.fi: Ministry of Justice's pages (various legal topics)
- oikeus.fi: Judicial system information
- kuluttajariita.fi: Consumer disputes board's pages (consumer protection)
- vero.fi: Tax issues
- tyosuojelu.fi: Labor and occupational safety legislation (work-related issues)
- suomi.fi: Information on public services
Copying Text and AI Use
- Turnitin is used for plagiarism checks, identifying copied or AI-generated text.
- Copying parts of laws (1-2 sentences) may be acceptable if based solely on legal sources and correctly cited in the text.
- AI can be a tool for understanding legal concepts but not a primary source.
- Always verify information from AI with valid sources.
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Test your knowledge on the importance of valid sources for legal information. This quiz covers trustworthy resources, key legal websites, and the significance of accuracy in legal contexts. Ensure you understand how to identify reliable legal information in a rapidly changing landscape.
