Sources of contemporary law
Australia's legal system has been influenced by a range of factors, including:
This topic will examine the influence of each of these factors.
Prior to the European colonisation, traditional Aboriginal law was used, and passed on by word of mouth.
The First Fleet brought the English system to Australia. This is why our laws are so similar to those of England. Settlers increasingly demanded their rights under English law.
- Common law
- Statute law
- The Constitution
- ATSI Laws
- International laws
This topic will examine the influence of each of these factors.
Prior to the European colonisation, traditional Aboriginal law was used, and passed on by word of mouth.
The First Fleet brought the English system to Australia. This is why our laws are so similar to those of England. Settlers increasingly demanded their rights under English law.