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Which type of law defines offences and their corresponding punishments?
Which type of law defines offences and their corresponding punishments?
Which decision established the right to a speedy trial for all summary offences to be tried within 18 months?
Which decision established the right to a speedy trial for all summary offences to be tried within 18 months?
Which type of law is created by the federal or provincial government?
Which type of law is created by the federal or provincial government?
Which ancient civilization is credited with the first codified laws?
Which ancient civilization is credited with the first codified laws?
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Which ancient civilization introduced the idea of questioning laws and brought in the concept of reason and equity?
Which ancient civilization introduced the idea of questioning laws and brought in the concept of reason and equity?
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Which ancient law is known for being very black and white and harsh?
Which ancient law is known for being very black and white and harsh?
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Which ancient civilization introduced the concept of equity in law, bringing an end to the black and white Draconian laws?
Which ancient civilization introduced the concept of equity in law, bringing an end to the black and white Draconian laws?
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Which set of laws were given by God in the Torah?
Which set of laws were given by God in the Torah?
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Which type of law forms the basis of most laws and is the reason why Latin is the language of law?
Which type of law forms the basis of most laws and is the reason why Latin is the language of law?
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Which system of trial in the Middle Ages involved divine intervention and an equal role for both parties?
Which system of trial in the Middle Ages involved divine intervention and an equal role for both parties?
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Which document, signed in 1215, ended absolute rule and established certain rights for the people?
Which document, signed in 1215, ended absolute rule and established certain rights for the people?
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Which court was responsible for handling major crimes during the Middle Ages in England?
Which court was responsible for handling major crimes during the Middle Ages in England?
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