Instant Legal Studies lessons

The source for this learning activity is the R v Kershaw [2022] NSWDC 90 judgement transcript and involves an individual that was arrested by the police for assault. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary.

Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript. Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Police procedures & powers for making an arrest, LEPRA legislation, Legal concept – Procedural fairness, Identification of key court personnel.

This learning activity is available as a Word doc for easy of printing OR in an editable PDF format for uploading to a Learning Management System (Canvas, Google Classroom) for students to complete online.

The source for the learning activity is the R v Whalen-Johnson [2024] NSWDC 430 judgement transcript and involves an individual that is accused of stealing a motor vehicle, driving it recklessly, involved in a police pursuit and failing to stop render assistance to a police officer that was injured during the pursuit. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary. Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript.

Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Sentencing procedures for criminal offences, Criminal offences of indictable nature, Criminal offences – Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), Identification of key court personnel, Legal concepts – Standard of proof, Burden of proof in criminal law.

This learning activity is available as a Word doc for easy of printing OR in an editable PDF format for uploading to a Learning Management System (Canvas, Google Classroom) for students to complete online.

The source for the learning activity is the R v Del Busso [2024] NSWLC 4) judgement transcript and involves an individual that has been charged with stealing money from their employer. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary.

Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript. Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Sentencing procedures for criminal offences, Criminal offences – Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), Identification of key court personnel.

This learning activity is available as a Word doc for easy of printing OR in an editable PDF format for uploading to a Learning Management System (Canvas, Google Classroom) for students to complete online.

The resource for the learning activity is the R v Tammajanta [2024] NSWSC 1180 judgement transcript and involves an individual that has been charged with murder. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary. Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript.

Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Sentencing procedures for serious criminal offences, Criminal offences – Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), Legal concepts – Standard of proof, Burden of proof in criminal law, Identification of key court personnel.

This learning activity is available as a Word doc for easy of printing OR in an editable PDF format for uploading to a Learning Management System (Canvas, Google Classroom) for students to complete online.

The source for the learning activity is the Carl v R [2023] NSWCCA 190 judgement transcript and involves an individual who successful appeals against the harshness of a sentence imposed by a District Court judge. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary.

Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript. Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Sentencing procedures for serious criminal offences, The process of appeal in the CJS, The operation and jurisdiction of the NSW Court of Criminal Appeal, Criminal offences – Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), Identification of key court personnel in the NSWCCA, Legal concept – Importance of procedural fairness in the CJS.

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The source for the learning activity is the R v Ronald Edward Medich (No. 43) [2018] NSWSC 886) judgement transcript and involves the conviction and sentencing of a wealthy property developer who conspired to eliminate a rival business associate. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary.

Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript. Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Parties to a crimes (criminal conspiracy), Sentencing procedures for serious criminal offences, Criminal offences – Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), Identification of key court personal in the Supreme Court, Legal concepts – Standard of proof, Burden of proof in criminal law, Legal concept – Importance of procedural Rule of Law in the legal system.

This learning activity is available as a Word doc for easy of printing OR in an editable PDF format for uploading to a Learning Management System (Canvas, Google Classroom) for students to complete online.

The source for the learning activity is the Tickle v Giggle for Girls Pty Ltd (No.2) [2024] FCA 960 judgement transcript and involves an individual who alleges that she was sexually discriminated against by a social media application that blocked her access. Students will have the ability to review relevant sections of the Sex Discrimination Act and how they influenced the outcome of the judgement.

Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity compliments may include: Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Types of law (Private law/ civil law), Resolving disputes between individuals – AHRC (conciliation), Federal Court, The incorporation of international treaties into domestic law – CEDAW, Human Rights: Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), Legal implications of the use of technology & impact upon individuals, Legal concepts – Standard of proof, Burden of proof in civil law, Using legal methods to achieve justice.

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The resource for the learning activity is the Daniel Billy v Australia. UNHRC [2022] judgement transcript that outlines the nature of the alleged breaches of the ICCPR, supporting evidence by the applicant and respondent and the UNHRC judgement.

Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: The function and purpose of the ICCPR, International treaties incorporated into domestic law, The function of the and jurisdiction of the UN Human Rights Commission, Resolving disputes between individuals and the state, Legal concepts – Standard of proof, Burden of proof in civil law, Human rights issue

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The source The resource for the learning activity is the Wells v The Owners – Strata Plan No.12159 [2022] NSWCATCD 151judgement transcript. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary. Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript.

Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Types of law (Private law/ civil law), Individual and law – resolving disputes between individuals, Function and authority of NCAT as a legal method to resolve disputes, Legislation aimed to protect individuals (Strata Scheme Management Act)

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The source for the learning activity is the Brose v Baluskas & Ors (No.6) [2020] QDC 15 judgement transcript and involves the successful claim by the plaintiff that her reputation was defamed due to social media posts. As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary.

Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript. Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity compliments may include: Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Types of law (Private law/ civil law), Legal concepts – Standard of proof, Burden of proof in civil law, Defamation of an individual using social media platform, Individual and law – resolving disputes between individuals using legal methods, Impact of technology (social media) on the rights of an individual

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The source The source for the learning activity is the NZQY v Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs [2023] HCA 37 judgement transcript and involves the overruling of the long-held Al-Kateb [2004] precedent involving the detention of unlawfully persons

As part of their inquiry, students will need to refer to the transcript to complete a guided summary. Each of the questions of inquiry are referenced to the relevant paragraph(s) of the transcript. Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Role of Aust. Human Rights Commission, Resolving disputes between the individual and the state, Demonstration of hierarchical court system, Role of the High Court as an appellant court, Separation of powers – Executive applying judicial powers to detain a person, Division of powers – s51 xix of the Australian constitution, Role of judiciary – Chap III Aust. Constitution, Legal concept -Legal precedent, Legal concept – Importance of procedural fairness

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The source for the learning activity is the R v John [2023] NSW ChC 6 judgement transcript and demonstrates the nature of the diversionary program offered to the young offender to encourage and support rehabilitation.

Other related topic areas from the Stage 6 syllabus that this learning activity may compliment are: Young offenders – sentencing procedures, Diversionary programs for young Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander offenders, Role and function for a NSW Koori Court, Diversity for the structure of the local court, Balancing the rights of the offender

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