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LAWS 1007 Introduction to Law (WSTC)

LAWS 1007  Introduction to Law (WSTC)  (10 Credit Points)  
Subject Details  Legacy Code: 700157  
This subject introduces students to the Australian legal system. It considers the historical and legal factors which influenced its development and the key institutions and processes which have resulted. It considers the impact of Australian law and legal system on Indigenous Australians and their laws. The subject introduces students to legal method: legal reasoning and statutory interpretation. Students will also develop academic literacies, including study management, writing and referencing in a legal context.
Level: Undergraduate Level 1 subject  
Equivalent Subjects: LAWS 1006 - Introduction to Law  
Restrictions: Please see the Subject Details page for any restrictions for this subject  

JUST 1007 Law and Police Powers

JUST 1007  Law and Police Powers  (10 Credit Points)  
Subject Details  
This subject examines the legal framework governing policing in New South Wales, focusing on key statutes, legal principles, and police powers. Students will explore the role of police within the criminal justice system, their relationship with legal institutions, and the legal and ethical obligations when dealing with vulnerable persons. The subject also introduces students to criminal offences, and the safeguards that regulate police powers. Strong emphasis is placed on understanding legal obligations and the balance between law enforcement and individual rights in practice.
Level: Undergraduate Level 1 subject  
Co-requisite(s): JUST 1009 - Police Investigations  
Restrictions: Please see the Subject Details page for any restrictions for this subject