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Legal Terms and Values

Australian courthouse with scales of justice

⚖️ Part 1: Legal Terminology

1. Match each legal term to its correct definition by writing the letter in the circle:
Plaintiff
Prosecutor
Defendant
Verdict
Evidence
A. The person accused of a crime or sued in court
B. Information presented in court to prove or disprove facts
C. The person who brings a civil case to court
D. The final decision made by a judge or jury
E. The lawyer representing the state in criminal cases
2. Fill in the blanks using the words: burden of proof, jury, judge

In Australian courts, the _____________ is responsible for making legal decisions, whilst a _____________ of 12 citizens decides on guilt or innocence. The _____________ lies with the prosecution to prove their case.

🏛️ Part 2: Civil vs Criminal Law

3. Tick whether each scenario is Civil or Criminal law:

Theft from a shop:

Civil Law
Criminal Law

Contract dispute between businesses:

Civil Law
Criminal Law

Assault causing injury:

Civil Law
Criminal Law

Divorce proceedings:

Civil Law
Criminal Law

4. Explain the main difference between civil and criminal law:

🌏 Part 3: Values in Australian Law

5. Circle the values that underpin Australian law:

Fairness and Justice

Wealth and Status

Equality before the law

Cultural diversity

Religious dominance

Respect for rights

6. Choose ONE value from above and explain why it's important in Australian law:
7. How does Australia's multicultural society influence our legal system?
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