Fairness and the Law · Justice and Ethics

The Court System

Examining how courts resolve disputes and the importance of an independent judiciary.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is it important that judges are not controlled by politicians?
  2. 2Who should decide the outcome of a legal dispute between two citizens?
  3. 3What rights are in tension during a criminal trial?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9HASS5K02
Year: Year 5
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Fairness and the Law
Period: Justice and Ethics

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