page 68: what are the roles and responsibilities of the courts?
Courts main job is to interpret laws created by the legislative and executive branches. They also resolve disputes between individuals on matters like contracts, property, and family issues, as well as conflicts between people and the government, and between various levels of government. It is essential for our courts to remain impartial.
page 71: How does the judicial system protect the rights of individuals and society?
Judicial system protects rights by presuming innocence, holding public trials, only charging for offenses illegal at the time, preventing self-incrimination, and providing lawyers if needed. It enforces laws, sets behavior standards, and punishes and rehabilitates lawbreakers, discouraging unacceptable behavior.