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You be the Judge: Virtual tour
You be the judge is a virtual tour that gives students the opportunity to participate in a sentencing hearing. There are four cases to choose from, all based on real-life matters. Students receive information from victims, offenders, prosecutors, defence lawyers and the judge before sentencing the offender. You be the judge: virtual tour is supported by You be the judge VCE teacher notes, available here.
You be the Judge: Teachers' Kit
A series of four case studies for students to discuss, consider and apply the principles of sentencing. Students move through the case studies and decide the sentence for each of the offenders before comparing their sentences with that of the actual judge. Supported by teacher notes.
Why mandatory sentencing fails
Article discussing the ineffectiveness of mandatory sentencing - critical analysis of recent reforms of the criminal justice system and how they do not achieve the principles of justice.
What do I call the judge?
Resource explaining how to properly address judges
What are referendums and plebiscites?
In-depth explanation of both processes
Victoria's super tribunal: how VCAT evolved into Australia's busiest tribunal for resolving civil disputes
Presented by Justice Quigley at Law Talks, this powerpoint contains VCAT's history, present operation, process, relevance to principles of justice and recent reforms
Voting in Australia
This colourful, 22 page magazine provides an comprehensive overview of the Australian electoral system. It covers the development of our democracy in Australia, and explains how representatives are elected to the Federal Parliament.
VLRC Resources for teachers and students
Provides case studies that include a step-by-step description of the commission's law reform process. You can also organise a visit for your school and order or download resources for free.
Videos about the Role of the Governor and Government House
Watch five brief videos about the historic and contemporary role of the Victorian Governor and of Victoria’s heritage-listed Government House.
Understanding and Capability is now available
Explore the knowledge, skills and attributes that are required to effectively understand and use the law.