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The Australian Border Force (ABF) and the Australian Federal Police (AFP)Historically policing has been restricted to the defense of legal territories. The territory can be any territory which may involve a federal, state or even a municipal territory. The governments for the management of such territories have established a few policing organizations, which includes Australian Border Force (ABF), Australian Federal Police (AFP), and Australia...

DiscussionThis assignment is based on the court observation that should be discussed and analyzed thoroughly. In this observation report, the criminal possession of weapon has been discussed and a trial proceeding that is experienced through the court work has been discussed. It is a detailed version of work proceeding. A scheduled watch report has also been discussed. Name of the student : Date and time of attendance : Name of the Co...

Difference between Law and JusticeLaw and justice are the two sides of the same coin. Many a times they are used as synonyms. Law is the instrument or tool to deliver justice. Law denotes the rules and regulations, which are to be followed to maintain order and discipline in a civilized society. Law and justice, even though have certain similarities and quite a few dissimilarities, they have a significant part to play in the legal system of ev...

Structure and Mission of the Provincial Court of British ColumbiaA court is considered to be an institution which assists to settles disputes through an appropriate legal process. In court, people come for resolving their disagreements. It is being carried out by a judge who is responsible to hear and give judgment on criminal and civil cases. Thus, the court plays a significant role in ensuring that the laws are being followed strictly (Legal R...

TechnologyPolicing has existed since the creation of the civilization era. Individuals and states are largely dependent over the policing strategies as this is responsible for maintaining the law and order. The purpose of policing was to prevent crime and the police depended on the approval and trust of the public. They are responsible for the maintaining the impartiality and they are empowered to use force and physical control when other form...

Definition of CriminologyCriminology is derived from the ancient Greek word krino and logia which means accusation and Logos or logia which means reason, plan. Criminology in lexemic definition is the scientific study of the nature, extent, management, causes, control, consequences and necessary prevention of criminal behavior. The criminal behavior is managed both on individual and social levels. The drawings of criminology come from studies ...

A Definition of 'Miscarriage of Justice'R v Sally Clark [2003] EWCA Crim 1020, [2003] 2 FCR 447 is a case of miscarriage of justice as it was founded on the statistics that she had murdered her sons. Clark suffered in the hands of an incompetent doctor that presented wrong evidence that was based on his opinions rather than founded on facts through altering his position on the cause of death. This caused more “harm” to Sally Clark ...

What is Accountability?In the current scenario, the police department plays an important role, as it is one of the bodies that is expected to work in favor of citizens. This is the reason for which the individuals of society expect best results out of the services of the police. In a democratic society where the whole law system is regulated by defined authorities and government, it is required to be responsible and accountable on the part of th...

Legal Definition of CrimeFor the purpose of this criminological paper, we shall look at various categories of crime data that relates to sexual assault offense. In this case, the selected UCR crime is sexual assault. Sexual assault is defined as an action where by an individual touches another person sexually in an intentional manner without his or her coerces or consent. It also involves forced sexual intercourse without the other person's ap...

DiscussionThis case study is based on the effect of the new form of cyberbullying law that would be based on the effect of teen sexting. Teen sexting is considered to be a major form of offense that could impact the individual rights of a person. The paper discusses that the digital images of various bodies circulate within the online platform that supports gender inequalities. In this form of cyberbullying activities, the feminine body is dep...

Part A: Offences Against the PersonIssue 1.  Anthony and Heather are the owners of the hotel room the issue is whether they were negligent by not repairing the faulty socket leading to electrocution and death of Taylor. Issue 2. Who is liable for the visitors of the band, Larry pulling Francis chair, what legal liabilities arising An occupier is defined as a person who controls a premise, occupies it or controls land concerning anyone...

Task DetailsAppellant: Thomas Joseph Smith Respondent: Her Majesty the Queen Year: 1959 Court: Court Martial Appeals Court Judges: Chief Justice Lord Parker, Streatfield & Hinchcliffe Judges Country: UK Area of law: Causation and Murder Issue: What establishes a satisfactory cause to make criminal liability? Was the action of Smith a sufficient cause to establish criminal liability? It is an English criminal law case that de...

BackgroundIn essence, Restorative Justice is a type of an approach to the overall wrongdoing in a society that is grounded on involving victims, offenders, as well as communities in the process of problem-solving which is often aimed at repairing the harm done by the offenders. Consequently, the principle whereby all the stakeholders are involved in the process of finding justice is slowly gaining traction in recent times across the globe. The...

PrevalenceThe sex offender (sexual offender, or sexual abuser) are the people who have done a sexual criminal actsexual crime. What organizes a sex crime differs by the culture and lawful jurisdiction (Jespersen, Lalumière, and Seto, 2009). Most of the convicted sex criminals have opinions for misconducts of an erotic behavior; though, some of the sex criminals have just dishonored a law confined in an erotic ca...

Impact of the Case to Laws in the Contemporary SocietyThe topic of informed consent/patient autonomy has become very popular in the contemporary society. The topic has both legal and ethical orientations. Informed consent simply refers to the practice of informing the patients of the implications of a medical procedure/intervention and leaving them to decide on whether to have the treatment or not (American Medical Association, 2016). The health...

Main ContextAmerica in the starting of 1950s had become a country obsessed with social changes and freedom. The Warren Court at the same time mirrored the following developments. The Burger built run those courts and carried out the developments in an appropriate manner. The courts of Burger and Warren believed in a new concept that the constitution was a living and breathing document which means it adapts with changing environment. The court of...

Methods of Presenting SourcesThe general topic or the issue is related to the consequences of having a felony criminal record. The area of the concern is that if an individual has a criminal record in the background it will have a negative effect on his character. The issue of concern of this situation states that any person having a criminal record will not have a positive outcome. Therefore, criminal conviction helps in bringing a host of sa...

Qualifications and Skills of WorkersThe aim of this paper will be to provide insights into a psychological support agency and this will also entail the framework for dealing with the support agency in response to a particular catastrophic event. Additionally, it will entail skills and qualifications of workers, size of the support agency, fundamental elements of a psychological support agency, the mission of the support agency and the various ...

Appointment and SalaryThe role played by Governor General in Australia is complex, as well as demanding. The main features of the role have been described in this work. The office of Gov. Gen. has been set up by   Commonwealth Constitution in 1901. The Queen appoints the Gov. Gen. on the basis of the advice given by the PM. After receiving the commission, oath of allegiance is taken by the Governor General and a proclamation assuming...

U.K. Legislations on Carrying a Knife in PublicThe need for a new criminal code is certain and long overdue. The current criminal law has advanced haphazardly and lawmakers have utilized it broadly and casually as a regulatory tool. The result has been over-criminalization as unreasonable offences have been added to the criminal code. One such area that has been subject to this overuse of legislations is that of knife legislations. Provisions ...

The significance of the term “family” and its dissimilar meaningsDescribing family as a term “family” alone is the influential term, which raises numerous dissimilar meanings and feelings. How does one put in terms all that describe how people feel when it is about what family means? Most of the times it can be said that the family involves the father, mother and kids all residing together under one rooftop. It might be...

The constitutional tradition of voting rights in AustraliaIn many countries, the right to vote is regarded as basic right of the citizens. The voting is most critical way that an individual may affect governmental decision making every citizen must have the right and opportunity without any limitation or without any dissimilarity. Voting takes place in respect of national or local election at large scale every person should have right to vote ...

Supreme CourtCourt system in a country is considered as one of the potential building blocks in the entire legal procedure. In Singapore, judicial branches of national and state government have the charge to apply as well as speculate the existing legislative framework. The Singapore Judiciary court system has two administrative tiers under the Supreme Court and the State Court. Both are separated from each other and both have independent bran...

What are victim's rights in AustraliaA legal reform or a law reform can be described as the process of analyzing and examining the present laws and advocating as well as implementing the modifications in a legal system. The main aim of a law reform is to enhance the efficiency and justice of a judiciary system. The report will contain a law reform proposal which can be presented or prepared in the court to bring a change in the common law. It ...

Introduction to English Criminal LawThe word English criminal law denotes the jurisdiction of England and Wales. This body deals with the criminal system and implemented policies to curb crime within the society. According to the common law, crime is an act that opposes the social policy and law. There are various examples of crime. Dishonesty is an example of crime. Dishonesty is an act that commences without honesty. However, under the Engli...