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New concepts in justice

1. How do new concepts in justice lead to law reform? Certain values and ethics are introduced and practiced which influence societies opinions on justice. It increases the emphasis on social justice and human rights which therefore forces these laws to change.

2. What is an example of where this has occurred (explain in your own words, include links to other sites or images if appropriate) This has occurred in Australia, when the death sentence was removed because it went against Australian peoples human rights and social justice. Ronald Ryan, the last man hung in Australia, supposedly shot a prison guard however recent investigation suggests he was innocent. Mistakes like this emphasise how unreliable the law **can** be and why the death sentence is not an appropriate form of punishment.