Justice and the Legal System · Justice & Ethics

Access to Justice

Investigating the barriers that prevent individuals from achieving fair outcomes in the legal system.

Key Questions

  1. 1What is the government's role in ensuring legal representation for all?
  2. 2How do wealth and education impact a person's ability to seek justice?
  3. 3What rights are in tension when legal costs prohibit action?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9C9K02
Year: Year 9
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Justice and the Legal System
Period: Justice & Ethics

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