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The Divisions of Law

The Divisions of Law. Substantive and procedural law. The Division of Law. Law can be divided into two basic types:. SUBSTANTIVE LAW All laws that set out the rights and obligations or duties of each person in society.

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The Divisions of Law

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  1. The Divisions of Law

    Substantive and procedural law
  2. The Division of Law Law can be divided into two basic types: SUBSTANTIVE LAW All laws that set out the rights and obligations or duties of each person in society. Outlines the activities and actions that are considered crimes (Criminal Code). PROCEDURAL LAW Outlines the steps and procedures involved in protecting our rights. Example: there are formal procedures that police officers must follow to obtain a search warrant.
  3. Public and Private Law Substantive law is divided into the areas of public law and private law (aka. civil law). Public Law: regulates the relationships between government and members of a society; it represents laws that apply to everyone. Private Law: regulates the relationships between private citizens, and between citizens and organizations.
  4. Public Lawthere are three main types of public law Criminal Law Constitutional Law Administrative Law
  5. Public Lawthere are three main types of public law Criminal Law Constitutional Law Administrative Law The body of public law that defines crimes and punishments. Rules are passed by Parliament, which determine what acts are considered criminal and what their punishments are. Parties involved are the Crown attorney and the accused. Includes: murder, kidnapping, sexual assault, break and enter, and theft.
  6. Public Lawthere are three main types of public law Criminal Law Constitutional Law Administrative Law Laws that determine the structure and powers of the federal and provincial governments. Includes the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The Constitution is the supreme law in Canada.
  7. Public Lawthere are three main types of public law Criminal Law Constitutional Law Administrative Law Laws that determine the relationship between people, governments, and public agencies. Sets out rules to ensure fairness when taking a complaint to a government board or agency (ie. court). It ensures that legal hearings and reviews are fair for everyone.
  8. Private Lawthere are five main types of PRIVATE law Family Law Contract Law Tort Law Property Law Labour (Employment Law) In a private (civil) law case there are two parties involved: Plaintiff: the person who starts the lawsuit. Defendant: the person who is being sued. The plaintiff sues because he or she believes that the defendant has caused him or her harm, loss, or injury.
  9. Private Lawthere are five main types of private law Family Law Contract Law Tort Law Property Law Labour (Employment)Law Deals with the relationship between people who are living together. May deal with separation and divorce, division of property, and child custody.
  10. Private Lawthere are five main types of private law Family Law Contract Law Tort Law Property Law Labour (Employment) Law Outlines the requirements for legally binding agreements. Imposes rights and responsibilities on those who become involved in legally binding agreements. If someone does not fulfill the terms of the contract, this is known as a breach of contract and legal action can be taken (sue for damages).
  11. Private Lawthere are five main types of private law Family Law Contract Law Tort Law Property Law Labour (Employment) Law Governs wrongs, not including breaches of contracts, that one person commits against another. Holds a person or organization responsible for the damage they cause to another person. Examples: malpractice negligence
  12. Private Lawthere are five main types of private law Family Law Contract Law Tort Law Property Law Labour (Employment) Law Regulates the relationship between individuals regarding property-related issues. Includes, the use, enjoyment, sale, and lease of property.
  13. Private Lawthere are five main types of private law Family Law Contract Law Tort Law Property Law Labour (Employment) Law Affects relationships between employers and employees. Deals with issues such as minimum wage, pay equity, working conditions, and workers’ compensation.
  14. Which type of law is responsible? Criminal Law Karl is involved in a physical confrontation with another person. The charge of assault is laid on his attacker.
  15. Which type of law is responsible? Constitutional Law Everyone has the right to be secure against unreasonable search and seizure.
  16. Which type of law is responsible? Property Law Your older sister is at university and must sign a lease for a house she plans to rent for the school year.
  17. Which type of law is responsible? Tort Law John must pay Zafar $100 for damaging his bike.
  18. Which type of law is responsible? Criminal Law You are arrested for drinking underage.
  19. Which type of law is responsible? Property Law Your parents buy a cottage and register the deed.
  20. Which type of law is responsible? Family Law Miles and Rowena are filing for divorce and are currently in dispute over the custody of their child, Elle.
  21. Which type of law is responsible? Administrative Law A dispute involves the Wildlife Management Board and the Labour Board.
  22. Which type of law is responsible? Constitutional Law At a noisy party, the police arrest you and refuse to tell you why.
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