Rule of Law — definition?
All are subject to law, enforced fairly.
Sources of Law — types?
Statutes, common law, customary law.
Legal Positivism — key idea?
Law's validity depends on proper creation, not morality.
Natural Law — core concept?
Laws should reflect inherent moral principles.
Precedent — principle?
Courts follow previous decisions for consistency.
Constitutional Supremacy — meaning?
Constitution is the highest law, all laws must conform.
Division of Powers — in federalism?
Authority shared between federal and provincial governments.
Charter of Rights — purpose?
Guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms.
Amendment Procedures — involve?
Multiple levels, specific criteria for constitutional change.
Judicial Review — role?
Courts assess laws' constitutionality.
Fundamental Freedoms — examples?
Expression, religion, assembly, association.
Legal Rights — include?
Fair trial, legal protections.
Equality Rights — aim?
Prohibit discrimination, ensure equal treatment.
Limitations Clause — section?
Section 1; rights can be reasonably limited.
Notwithstanding Clause — section?
Section 33; override certain Charter rights temporarily.
Trial Court — function?
Initial fact-finding and case hearing.
Appellate Court — role?
Review legal errors in lower court decisions.
Supreme Court — position?
Final authority on constitutional issues.
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1. What does the term 'Sources of Law' refer to in the context of legal principles?
2. Who authored the influential work on Legal Positivism in 1958?
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