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Jurisprudence
The study of law and legal philosophy
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What is L.A.W.
L-Legitimate Must be enforceable Must have fair and consistant consequences Must be clear Must be accepted by the majority
A-Administrative Created by a centralized government
Federal / State / County / City or Town
W-Written
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Goals of the Legal System
Laws and Values
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To protect basic human rights
“Gitmo detainee lawyers raise torture allegations”
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To promote fairness
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To resolve conflict
Divorce
Property Disputes
Winner take all
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To promote order and stability
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To promote desirable social behavior
Regulate social interactions
Determine what is and what is not a crime
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To promote desirable economic behavior Enron
Martha Stewart
“After Bailout, AIG Executives Head to Resort” –Washington Post
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To represent the will of the majority
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To protect the rights of the minority