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  1. Revision

    Friday 24 February
  2. Explain the key principles of the Australian legal system (rep and respgovt, separation of powers) Outline the structure of the Commonwealth and Victorian Parliaments Describe the stages in the legislative process Learning Objectives
  3. See handout 1, 2, C, 3 SHRAP Overview of the Legislative Process
  4. 1st Reading 2nd Reading Consideration in Detail 3rd Reading Second House Royal Assent Proclamation 1, 2, C, 3, SHRAP!
  5. Revision Questions, p. 95
  6. Question 3: Explain four difficulties that may be experienced in the drafting of legislation. A number of difficulties may be experienced in the drafting of legislation, including; the complexity of the law, the meaning of legal terms, unclear advice and uncertain future circumstances. Firstly, many areas of law, for example, taxation, can be highly complex and there are numerous existing statute laws and cases to consider when drafting legislation in this area. This can make the task of drafting legislation very difficult. Secondly, legal terms can differ from their everyday meaning, drafters must also take this into consideration when writing new laws to ensure that the legislation is clear. Thirdly, drafters depend on clear, accurate advice from the Minister or department that briefs them. When insufficient advice is given, this can result in legislation with loop-holes and inconsistencies. Fourthly, drafters of legislation must take into account a range of circumstances that the law may apply to. This may be difficult as changes in society can be difficult to anticipate – and drafters cannot be expected to legislate for every conceivable future circumstance. Suggested response
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