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Criminal law regulates conduct in society to protect the community and provides sanctions against those who commit crimes.May 6, 2022.
Law examples
Most criminal law in Victoria is made by the Victorian parliament and enforced by state government departments, including Victoria Police and the Office of Public Prosecutions..
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To create new laws a Bill (a draft Act) is debated in parliament.
If it is passed by a majority in both houses of parliament it is sent to the governor for formal approval.
After approval it becomes an Act.
Approval by the governor is called royal assent..
What are the main sources of criminal law in Victoria?
The laws that affect you as a Victorian come from several different sources: the Australian Constitution, Victorian legislation, federal legislation and common law..
What is civil vs criminal Victoria?
Criminal Law means the State brings the action.
This is where you are punished for illegal behaviour, and the standard of proof is 'beyond reasonable doubt'.
Civil Law means an individual or 'plaintiff' brings the action..
What is the difference between criminal and civil law in Victoria?
Criminal Law means the State brings the action.
This is where you are punished for illegal behaviour, and the standard of proof is 'beyond reasonable doubt'.
Civil Law means an individual or 'plaintiff' brings the action..
What is the purpose of criminal law in Victoria?
The criminal law is a set of rules aimed at maintaining social order and the prevention of harm within our community..
What is the Victorian criminal justice system?
The Victorian criminal justice system The Victorian criminal justice system is used to determine whether an accused person is guilty beyond reasonable doubt of an offence for which they are charged, and to impose sanctions where guilt has been found or pleaded..
