1. WHAT INFLUENCES LAW?
BRAINSTORM
IN GROUPS

2. It is a dynamic process that evolves and adapts to society.
WHAT INFLUENCES LAW?
The law is not static.
It is a dynamic process that evolves and adapts to society.

3. WHAT INFLUENCES LAW?
Demographic changes (immigration, gender count, education, employment)
Technological changes (internet use and privacy, motor vehicle trends)
Changes in values (anti-smoking legislation, gay marriage legislation, drinking and driving)
Events /Circumstances(9/11-anti-terrorist act, war, income tax act)
Religion
History/ancient civilizations (code of Hammurabi)
Other:___________________

4. FUNCTIONS OF LAW Helps us avoid or settle disputes
Sets out rights and obligations
Provides remedies
Maintains order and provides protection
Sets up structure of government
Directs how to make laws