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Law and Society

Law and Society. Changing Values Changing Laws. What does it mean?. “Law evolves as a result of the changing needs and values of the people.” “Laws and values of a society are inter-related. Values are reflected in laws, and laws reinforce values.”. In Nova Scotia, it is against the law….

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Law and Society

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  1. Law and Society Changing Values Changing Laws

  2. What does it mean? • “Law evolves as a result of the changing needs and values of the people.” • “Laws and values of a society are inter-related. Values are reflected in laws, and laws reinforce values.”

  3. In Nova Scotia, it is against the law… • For a person to rollerskate on a roadway, except while crossing on a crosswalk. • To have a television or screen in a motor vehicle where it is visible to the driver. • To allow sheep to stray in Point Pleasant Park. • To pick a flower from a grave in Bridgewater.

  4. In Souris, PEI… • It used to be illegal to build a snowman more than 30 inches high on a corner lot.

  5. Send a telegram threatening a bird. Tell fortunes for a fee. Fraudulently practice conjuration, sorcery, or witchcraft. In Canada, it is illegal to…

  6. In Dartmouth, it is illegal… • To let a chicken cross the road.

  7. Discussion • What values are reflected in these laws? • What was probably the historical setting in which these laws were written? • Do values and laws change rapidly? Why or why not?

  8. Brainstorm • What laws exist today that reflect our values?

  9. For or Against? A vote. • The government will no longer regulate the sale or distribution of alcohol. • All laws prohibiting horse racing, roulette, blackjack, craps, VLTs and other forms of gambling shall be repealed. • The use and sale of marijuana will be decriminalized. • The governments will repeal all laws penalizing prostitution. • Pornographic materials may be sold and distributed without interference from the law. • The government will no longer regulate shopping laws.

  10. Range of Values • Why is there diversity in our beliefs and values?

  11. JournalPick one topic and respond in a well-written paragraph. • Sixteen-year-old Canadian cannot vote, but they must obey the laws of the country, even if they may not agree with them. Is this fair? Explain. • In a multicultural country like Canada, how can we be sure to respect a wide range of beliefs and values when it comes to our laws? • Describe a situation in the news that you feel reflects an injustice in the legal system. Explain.

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