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Which branch of law governs the relationship between the state and the people?

  • Commercial Law
  • Political Law (correct)
  • Civil Law
  • Taxation Law

    • What is the primary and direct source of law in the Philippines?

  • Statutes (correct)
  • Constitution
  • Precedents
  • Customary Law

    • Which type of law creates, defines, and regulates rights?

  • Substantive Law (correct)
  • Procedural Law
  • Public Law
  • Private Law

    • What is the Latin term for 'Let the decision stand'?

    <p>Stare Decisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of law deals with disputes between individuals?

    <p>Civil Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of implementing rules and regulations?

    <p>To interpret existing laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effectivity period of laws after their publication?

    <p>15 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the doctrine of precedent?

    <p>To guide future court decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of law governs the relationship between employers and employees?

    <p>Labor Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of procedural law?

    <p>To provide a method for enforcing rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines law?

    <p>A set of rules enforced by the government to maintain order in society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the characteristics of law?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of law?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a traditional source of law?

    <p>Executive orders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does law provide when conflicts or disputes occur?

    <p>A mechanism for resolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of law?

    <p>To maximize individual freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does legislation or statute refer to?

    <p>An act of the legislature expressed as a law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In its jural and generic sense, law refers to what?

    <p>The whole body or system of law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concrete sense of law?

    <p>A rule of conduct made obligatory by the state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of law according to Putman (2004)?

    <p>To establish standards for efficient interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a requirement for a newspaper to be considered a newspaper of general circulation?

    <p>It must have a bona fide subscription list of paying subscribers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered as part of the legal system of the Philippines?

    <p>Decisions of the Supreme Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal system influenced the Philippine legal system the most?

    <p>American Common Law System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Corpus Juris Civilis commissioned by Roman Emperor Justinian I?

    <p>To establish a comprehensive code of laws for the Roman Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'stare decisis' refer to in the American legal system?

    <p>The requirement for a court to follow a previous decision of a higher court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which legal system is a 'law' created by the courts when there is no existing law governing a topic or subject?

    <p>Common Law System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the American Occupation, what did the United States do with regards to the legal systems in the Philippines?

    <p>Respected the Civil laws of the Philippines and incorporated the Common Law system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the 1987 Constitution, what is the purpose of establishing a government in the Philippines?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal system is referred to as 'common law' because it is applied equally throughout England?

    <p>English Legal System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the principle that ignorance of the law does not excuse someone from legal consequences?

    <p>Ignorantia legis neminem excusat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Branches of Law

    • Public law governs the relationship between the state and the people.
    • Private law deals with disputes between individuals.

    Sources of Law

    • The primary and direct source of law in the Philippines is the Constitution.
    • Legislation or statute refers to laws enacted by a governing body.
    • Traditional sources of law may include customs, judicial decisions, and legislation, while contemporary sources include international treaties and conventions.

    Types of Law

    • Substantive law creates, defines, and regulates rights.
    • Labor law governs the relationship between employers and employees.
    • Procedural law outlines the steps to enforce rights or obligations and ensures due process.
    • "Stare decisis," meaning 'let the decision stand,' establishes precedent, guiding courts in future rulings.
    • The doctrine of precedent promotes consistency and stability in the legal system.
    • The principle of "ignorance of the law does not excuse" emphasizes accountability.
    • The Philippine legal system has been most influenced by the Spanish and American legal systems.
    • During the American Occupation, the U.S. established a structure to integrate American legal principles into the Philippine system.

    Purpose and Characteristics of Law

    • Law serves to provide order, regulate behavior, and resolve disputes.
    • Characteristics of law include being a body of norms, being enforceable through institutions, and being universally applicable.
    • Corpus Juris Civilis, commissioned by Justinian I, aimed to codify Roman law to streamline legal processes.
    • In a jural sense, law refers to a system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions.
    • In concrete terms, law specifically refers to actionable rules applicable in specific situations.

    Government and Law

    • According to the 1987 Constitution, the purpose of establishing a government in the Philippines is to promote the common good and uphold the rule of law.
    • Common law refers to the legal principles that are uniformly applied throughout England.
    • For a newspaper to be considered one of general circulation, it must regularly publish articles, announcements, and advertisements of public interest.
    • Elements not considered part of the Philippine legal system may include certain informal practices or non-legal structures.
    • The law provides resolution mechanisms when conflicts or disputes arise, aiming for justice and fairness.

    Functions of Law

    • Law functions to regulate behavior, protect individual rights, and promote social justice, while discouraging practices that are deemed harmful.

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