1. An introduction and basic definitions
What is Law?
An introduction and basic definitions

2. Jurisprudence The study of law and legal philosophy
LAW (Basic definition)
the rules and regulations made and enforced by government that regulate the conduct of the people
Evolutionary acceptance of laws?

3. Why the need for laws?
Even in societies without written languages, there have been laws
Laws are meant to get rid of confusion and disorder
Consistency as populations grow
Democratic societies need law as a foundational basis
Respect for the laws
Known in advance
Created in a democratic process
Apply to everyone

4. Activity
List 5 daily activities (anything you do everyday; simple is fine)
Next to each, think of a law that applies to the activity
What is the purpose of that law? Would you change it? Why or Why not

5. Laws and Values
Laws show our values (what we believe is right and wrong)
Not everything immoral is illegal
1. Protect basic human rights
2. Promote fairness
3. Help resolve conflicts
4. Promote order and stability
5. Promote desirable social and economic behavior
6. Represent the will of the majority
7. Protecting the rights of the minority

6. Law and Values Moral Economic Political Social
Example-laws against killings
But…
Economic
Accumulation, preservation, use, and distribution of wealth
Homeownership, stealing, etc
Political
Relationship between the government and the individual
Voting rights…
Social
Issues important to all of society
Education, sports?
Can laws fix all ills?