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What is the primary focus of civil litigation?
What is the primary focus of civil litigation?
- Disputes between individuals (correct)
- Disputes against the state
- Crimes like theft and murder
- Prosecution in a court of law
In criminal litigation, who is responsible for prosecuting the case?
In criminal litigation, who is responsible for prosecuting the case?
- A private attorney
- The defendant
- The state prosecutor (correct)
- The plaintiff
What must a plaintiff demonstrate in a civil litigation case?
What must a plaintiff demonstrate in a civil litigation case?
- That a crime has been committed
- That they have a valid contract
- That the defendant committed a wrong act (correct)
- That they are acting in the state's interest
Which of the following requirements must a plaintiff satisfy to initiate a case?
Which of the following requirements must a plaintiff satisfy to initiate a case?
What distinguishes criminal litigation from civil litigation?
What distinguishes criminal litigation from civil litigation?
What does civil law primarily address?
What does civil law primarily address?
In what way does criminal law serve society?
In what way does criminal law serve society?
Which of the following is a characteristic of procedural law?
Which of the following is a characteristic of procedural law?
What distinguishes substantive law from procedural law?
What distinguishes substantive law from procedural law?
Which law is enacted by the parliament and includes legislation?
Which law is enacted by the parliament and includes legislation?
What is one of the roles of administrative law?
What is one of the roles of administrative law?
Which aspect of law focuses on compensating an innocent party for damages?
Which aspect of law focuses on compensating an innocent party for damages?
What constitutes unwritten law?
What constitutes unwritten law?
What primarily governs the relationship between citizens of a country?
What primarily governs the relationship between citizens of a country?
Which category does international criminal law fall under?
Which category does international criminal law fall under?
Which of the following best describes private law?
Which of the following best describes private law?
What is the role of public international law?
What is the role of public international law?
Which of the following options is considered national law?
Which of the following options is considered national law?
What is a key characteristic of private international law?
What is a key characteristic of private international law?
What does the term 'state law' refer to?
What does the term 'state law' refer to?
What is the main focus of public law?
What is the main focus of public law?
Study Notes
Rights and Duties of Individuals
- Individuals possess rights and duties under various branches of law that govern their interactions.
- Criminal law addresses offences committed by individuals against the state.
- Civil law focuses on disputes between individuals or between individuals and the government.
- Constitutional law outlines fundamental human rights and the structure of government.
- Administrative law specifies the powers and responsibilities of local authorities.
Criminal Law vs Civil Law
- Criminal law deals with crimes and corresponding punishments, often serving as a deterrent.
- Civil law governs private disputes, establishing duties among individuals and compensating victims for damages.
Written Law vs Unwritten Law
- Written law is formally enacted legislation by the parliament, including federal and state constitutions and subsidiary legislation.
- Unwritten law is not formally enacted, found in case law, judicial precedents, English common law, and local customs.
Substantive Law vs Procedural Law
- Substantive law defines rights, duties, and liabilities among citizens and the government.
- Procedural law outlines the processes for enforcing rights and duties, clarifying legal procedures and evidentiary standards.
Civil Litigation vs Criminal Litigation
- Civil litigation involves disputes among individuals on matters like contracts and agreements; it compensates plaintiffs for wrongs.
- Criminal litigation involves crimes against the state, like theft or murder, prosecuted by the state to punish wrongdoers.
Preliminary Matters in Understanding Cases
- The plaintiff must be part of the dispute and meet specific requirements, such as being of legal age and sound mind.
- The plaintiff initiates the case, while the defendant is the party responding to the suit.
Classifications of Law
- National law governs relationships among citizens and includes public law (constitutional, administrative, criminal) and private law (contracts, trusts, tort).
- International law regulates interactions between sovereign states, relying on compliance by nations.
Public International Law vs Private International Law
- Public international law concerns relationships between states and resolves disputes at the country level.
- Private international law determines applicable laws in cases involving parties from different nations, known as conflict of laws.
Public Law vs Private Law
- Public law governs relationships between individuals and the state, focusing on societal interests.
- Private law governs relationships between individuals, mainly within civil matters.
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Explore the complexities of individual rights and duties through various branches of law, including criminal, civil, constitutional, and administrative law. This quiz delves into fundamental human rights, the power of local authorities, and the interactions between individuals and the state.
