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Law in Australian Society: An introduction to principles and process

Autor Keiran Hardy
en Limba Engleză Paperback – iul 2019
What is 'the rule of law'? How do laws get made? Does our legal and political system achieve justice for all Australians equally?

Designed for beginners as well as non-law students this text provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to understanding Australia's system of law and government. Dr Keiran Hardy describes how legislation is made, the nature of case law, the hierarchy of courts and the doctrine of precedent. He looks at the role played by politics and the media in shaping law, and he describes founding principles including democracy, liberalism, the separation of powers and federalism. The criminal justice system is explained including criminal offences, police powers, sentencing and punishment, and there is a special emphasis on Indigenous peoples and the law. The book concludes with case studies of cybercrime and counterterrorism legislation to illustrate law reform in action. Each chapter features practical examples, chapter summaries and review questions together with a glossary of key terms.

Concise, accessible and up-to-the-minute, this is a vital guide for anyone seeking to understand the complexity of Australian law and government.

'This is an excellent book for a wide audience . . . equally useful for law students, legal studies students in high school and anyone seeking an understanding of how and why the law is as it is. And how things might be improved.' - Nicholas Cowdery, AM, QC, former Director of Public Prosecutions, NSW

'A wonderful text . . . The overall structure and the inclusion of comprehension questions, glossaries and a curated reference list ensure that students can build on their understanding over the course of the book.' - Jackie Charles, Rule of Law Institute of Australia

'This introduction to Australian law is comprehensive, contemporary and accessible. It is a perfect primer for new students requiring a broad understanding of Australia's legal system. From cybercrime to the workings of Australia's parliament, this book has it all.' - George Williams, AO, Dean, Anthony Mason Professor, Scientia Professor, University of New South Wales

'Law in Australian Society' is an ideal text for first year students in criminology, legal studies, policing and related fields. Its easy-to-read format aids students in understanding the complexities and subtleties of the Australian legal system.' - Emma Colvin, Centre for Law and Justice, Charles Sturt University
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9781760527037
ISBN-10: 1760527033
Pagini: 336
Dimensiuni: 156 x 234 x 18 mm
Greutate: 0.5 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: Taylor & Francis
Colecția Routledge
Locul publicării:Oxford, United Kingdom

Cuprins

PART 1: LAW, POLITICS AND THE MEDIA
Introduction: Law in society
Chapter 1: Legislation
Chapter 2: Case law
Chapter 3: Politics and the media
PART 2: RIGHTS, THEORIES AND HISTORY
Chapter 4: Founding principles
Chapter 5: Justice
Chapter 6: Human rights
Chapter 7: Indigenous peoples and the law
PART 3: CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Chapter 8: Criminal offences
Chapter 9: Police powers, bail and the criminal trial
Chapter 10: Punishment, sentencing and appeals
PART 4: CASE STUDIES
Chapter 11: Cybercrime
Chapter 12: Counterterrorism
Acknowledgements
References
Glossary
Index

Notă biografică

Keiran Hardy is a lecturer in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Griffith University and a member of the highly respected Griffith Criminology Institute. He has published widely in the area of counter terrorism law and policy.

Descriere

An introductory guide to the nature of law and government in Australia suitable for beginners.

Recenzii

Law in Australian Society provides an invaluable entry point for new students and all those seeking to understand the institutions and laws under which we live. In accessible prose, Keiran Hardy demystifies the law and explains its role in contemporary Australia, drawing on recent issues and live debates. A terrific book!”
Andrew Lynch, Professor & Dean, UNSW Faculty of Law & Justice.
“This highly readable book provides a comprehensive introduction to the law, setting out key concepts using contemporary and engaging examples.”
Elaine Pearson, Asia Director, Human Rights Watch.
 “There is a special lauded place in academia for those who possess the skills to distil the complex into the palatable—and this book does exactly that … I commend this book for all those who seek to understand our legal system and strive to study it without undue complexity.”
David Heilpern, Associate Professor and former Magistrate, Dean and Chair of Discipline (Law), University of Southern Queensland.