LEGAL STUDIES SAC

fairness

all people can participate in the justice system and its processes should be impartial and open

All people engaging with the justice system and its processes should be treated the same way, all measures should be implemented to allow all to engage with the justice system without disparity or disadvantage

Equality

All people should be able to engage with the justice system and its processes on an informed basis

Access

Is the level of evidence that is required to prove a case beyond reasonable doubt

Standard of proof

The responsibility to prove the case, this usually falls on the prosecution

Burden of proof

The accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

presumption of innocence

A government agency that provides free legal information and advice to the community and provide a low or no-cost legal representation to theses who cant afford a lawyer

VLA

Are an independent, not-for-profit organization that aim to offer high-Quilty , free and accessible legal support and education to members of the community, mainly those facing hardships

CLC

Justice is a universal feature whereby each person is entitled to their rights and bound by their responsibilities, the legal system aims to achieve justice through three principles of justice, fairness, equality and access.

Justice

The right to give evidence using Alternative Arrangements, The right to be informed about the likely release date of the offender and The right to be informed about proceedings

The rights of victims

The right to silence, the right to trial by jury and to be tried without unreasonable delay.

The rights of Accused

legal practitioners

Legal practitioners are also known as lawyers they understand the complex laws and procedures.

Barristers and Solicitors

Barristers specialize in presenting the case where as solicitors assist the barrister in court

Plea Negotiation

A Plea Negotiation is a confidential negotiation between the prosecution and accused with the intention of trying to resolve the case