What Is the Main Source of the Criminal Law in Australia

question 33

Multiple Choice

What is the main source of the criminal law in Australia?

• A)The Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth).
• B)The common law.
• C)A combination of state and territory legislation plus some common law.
• D)A combination of common law and civil law.

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