Unit A: Basics of the Law Understand the origins of law. 1.01b SOURCES OF AMERICAN LAW.

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Unit A: Basics of the Law Understand the origins of law. 1.01b SOURCES OF AMERICAN LAW

Sources of American Law Common Law Law of Precedent Statutory Law Federal and State Constitutions Administrative Law

English Common Law Developed in 12 th Century England Unwritten law based on local customs

English Common Law The King’s court of judges traveled in circuits around the countryside deciding cases. Decisions were based on local customs and traditions. The judges shared decisions with other judges so justice was served equally or “in common.”

Common Law Colonists brought English Common Law doctrines with them to America. Primary basis of American legal system Adopted by US legal system Common law developed into a legal system modeled by nations around the world

Student Response: Are there unwritten rules in your home? Are they important for justice, stability and “domestic tranquility” in your home? Name two.

Law of Precedent Base word - precede Meaning – “to come before” Judges referred to decisions in previous common law cases. Judges applied that decision to a new but similar case. Thus, Law of Precedent established.

Constitutions A document which spells out the principles by which a government rules and the fundamental laws that govern a society American constitutions US Constitution (1787) Each state has a constitution

Law of Precedent Also called Case Law Also called the Doctrine of stare decisis Latin for “Let the decision stand”

Law of Precedent Evolved from sharing common law Judge researches a similar previous court case. Judge applies that decision to new case. Promotes fairness in applying the law.

Statutory Law Common law was eventually written down Legislative bodies adopted common laws Common law became statutes.

Statutory Law Statutory law is enacted (passed, created, ratified) by a governing body for a specific purpose. Federal legislature Creates statutes, acts State legislature Creates statutes Municipal (city/town) government Creates local ordinances and by-laws

Statutes All statutes- Are subject to review by judicial system Must be constitutional - cannot conflict with the United States Constitution

Constitutional Law The US Constitution is the supreme law of land. Any state or local law that conflicts with the US Constitution is unconstitutional. If unconstitutional, then law is null and void. The Supremacy Clause, US Constitution Article VI

Constitutional Law Balance of powers between the three branches Legislative –Article 1 Laws are made Executive – Article 2 Laws are broken leading to arrest Judicial – Article 3 Go to court - Justice Checks and balances between the branches limits their power.

Rights of Citizens US Constitution guarantees rights to citizens Bill of Rights – Individual rights Rights of Representation Arrest/Trial Rights Suffrage (Voting) Rights States Rights Right to amend Constitution

Student Response: The Bill of Rights What is the Bill of Rights First Ten Amendments to Constitution What does the Bill of Rights do? Protects the basic rights of citizens Can you name the rights included in the Bill of Rights?

Duties of Citizens With rights comes responsibility… Duty of Citizens #1 Allegiance to country Breach of Duty Treason-disloyalty to country Expatriation-the act of abandoning one’s country

Student Response: What other duties of citizenship can you name? Obey laws Jury duty Voting Military service Serve in elected position

Administrative Law Administrative law is the regulations, orders, rules and decisions of administrative agencies. Legislators create an administrative or regulatory agency. Purpose is to regulate certain activities for the benefit of the public.

Administrative (Regulatory) Agencies Have the power to: Make rules Enforce rules Investigate violations Decide guilt or innocence of violators Penalize those convicted Order actions to stop

Administrative Agencies Are set up when expert knowledge is needed Have a limited scope of power Are subject to judicial review by the court system

Regulatory Agency Example Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Established by federal law to help keep our environment clean and healthy for the enjoyment of all citizens Establishes and enforces rules related to protection of our environment Can prosecute, fine and issue cease and desist orders against offenders

Society Changes = Law Changes American law is constantly changing as our society changes. Our laws change to meet the needs of society.