Understanding the Role of the Judicial Branch and the Bill of Rights in Florida

This content showcases a public education program of The Florida Bar, discussing topics such as the constitution, the Bill of Rights, interpreting and applying the law, and the role of the Judicial Branch. It also touches on specific issues like the language of bills and the Scarlet Tag for Florida DUI cases. The informative images and descriptions explore fundamental legal concepts and aim to educate the public on their rights and the functioning of the government.

• Florida Bar
• Judicial Branch
• Bill of Rights
• Constitution
• Legal Education

belk_den Follow

Uploaded on Sep 16, 2024 | 0 Views

Download Presentation

Please find below an Image/Link to download the presentation.

The content on the website is provided AS IS for your information and personal use only. It may not be sold, licensed, or shared on other websites without obtaining consent from the author. Download presentation by click this link. If you encounter any issues during the download, it is possible that the publisher has removed the file from their server.

Presentation Transcript

1. A public education program of The Florida Bar Is it unconstitutional? Developed by The Florida Law Related Education Association, Inc. www.flrea.org

2. What is a constitution? Similar to a rule book for government Outlines structure and function of government Limits the powers of government Lists some of our rights Reflects principles and values Fundamental law A public education program of The Florida Bar

3. The Bill of Rights The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures but upon probable cause. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. A public education program of The Florida Bar

4. Interprets and applies the law A public education program of The Florida Bar

5. The Scarlet Tag Florida DUI 123 Sunshine State A public education program of The Florida Bar

6. Language of Bill What is the problem this piece of legislation is trying to solve? Is it fair? Is it reasonable? What are the strengths and weaknesses? A public education program of The Florida Bar

7. The Bill of Rights The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures but upon probable cause. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. A public education program of The Florida Bar

8. Role of the Judicial Branch Role of the Judicial Branch Resolve disputes through a legal process; Interpret and apply the law; Determine if a law is unconstitutional; Protect our rights. But our courts do not automatically review proposed legislation like in some countries. In the United States, proposed legislation if passed in the legislative branch becomes law and must be challenged in the courts. A public education program of The Florida Bar

9. The Scarlet Tag Florida DUI 123 Sunshine State A public education program of The Florida Bar

10. A public education program of The Florida Bar staff@flrea.org Developed by The Florida Law Related Education Association, Inc. www.flrea.org