Lesson 6 - Dietrich v The Queen (1992)

All About - Dietrich v The Queen

Key Knowledge

An Australian case that illustrates rights issues and the empowerment of the people, and its impact on the legal system: 

• The role of an individual or group launching a test case. 
• Facts and issues central to the case - a question of rights. 
• Conflicting attitudes. 
• Laws applied to the case. 
• Outcome of the case. 

Homework task

• Check your understanding (Q1 - 5, p. 473). 

Submission Requirements

• Due for checking on Tuesday 15th September. 

Lesson Resources

PPT

Trial without Counsel: Dietrich v the Queen