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In general, we don't have a duty to change immoral laws, unless they are also unfair or unjust. The concept of "morality" is dependent on your religious beliefs, and not everyone in the country (or at least, in the United States) shares your religious beliefs.
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What acts are illegal or immoral?
An act might not be illegal OR immoral, it may be able to be both; illegal acts are things that are by law not allowed, so things like murder, rape, theft, speeding etc. the serious offences are immoral also. speeding is moral or immoral depending on the situation like if you are on the way to hospital speeding may be considered moral but it breaks the law. immoral acts are acts that are not necessarily illegal, they are just believed to be wrong. Like in most countries abortion is now allowed but some people believe it is immoral, but isn't illegal. Immoral acts are things that society or the individual themselves believes to be wrong, so if you think smoking is wrong then it is an immoral act. immoral acts also include things such as; -affairs -cheating -lying Many religions say sex outside marriage is immoral and that cohabitation is immoral. euthanasia is illegal but may not be immoral. Source: A2 law student currently studying Law and Morality
What is the meaning of immoral?
Not moral; inconsistent with rectitude, purity, or good morals; contrary to conscience or the divine law; wicked; unjust; dishonest; vicious; licentious; as, an immoral man; an immoral deed.
Are all human acts in violation of certain law are consider immoral?
No, because sometimes laws can be immoral, so to break them is moral.
What is the Relationship between law and values?
laws reflect ideas about right and wrong but values are the difference between moral and immoral and not everything illegal is immoral.
What is law when husband have affair with his brother's wife?
There are no laws about immoral activities such as infidelity.
Is it possible to change odometer reading on 2005 ford super-duty?
It is possible, however against Federal law to do so
What is more important Acting morally or legally?
Morally. There are levels of morality as it relates to law. Lowest to highest... 1. I follow the law 2. I follow all laws and try to change bad ones 3. I follow good laws and violate immoral ones, trying to change them at the same time.
Which term best defines 'civil disobedience'?
Civil Disobedience: group's refusal to obey a law because they believe the law is immoral
Can law enforcement officers be on call?
Yes, law enforcement are always subject to recall to duty at other than their "normal" duty hours. In most jurisdictions Law Enforcement Officers are considered, by law, to always be "on duty" 24 hours a day and must be vigilant for violations of the law even when otherwise "off duty."
What are the release dates for The Law of Duty - 1915?
The Law of Duty - 1915 was released on: USA: 7 November 1915
What is the duty of the congress?
The Congress' main duty is to make and pass laws.
What is the duty of departments?
To carry out the Law.
