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Rule of Law 1.11
Vocabulary from Florida Benchmark SS.7.CG.1.11
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Rule of law | Everyone within the country must follow the law the same - no matter position or status |
| Arbitrary | Based on a personal whim or choice rather than on reason, principle, or evidence |
| Abusive use of government power | Any actions by government that either directly or indirectly negatively affects and harms the people in the country |
| Due process | Government is required to follow a set of legal procedures when it attempts to deprive someone of their life, liberty, or property. |
| Accountability to the law | Principle that individuals and institutions are responsible for their actions and must answer for them according to the law |
| Consistent application of law | Principle that similar cases should be treated similarly, ensuring laws are applied uniformly to promote equality and fairness |
| Enforcement of law | Process by which government authorities ensure that laws and regulations are obeyed, (investigating violations, preventing crime, and punishing offenders) |
| Decisions based on law | A court's authoritative determination of the rights and obligations of parties in a legal case, reached after evaluating the specific facts and applying all relevant laws, precedents, or regulations. |
| Fair procedures | Set of principles ensuring that decisions are made in a just and impartial manner, focusing on the fairness of the process rather than the outcome |
| Transparency of institutions | Principle of openness and clarity in an institution's operations, allowing stakeholders access to information about its decision-making processes, actions, and performance |