| A | B |
|---|
| Arbitrary | Decision based on random choice or personal whim |
| Accountability to the law | Processes that hold the people and public officials legally responsible for their actions and impose penalties if they violate the law. |
| Consistent (equal) application | The judicial system should apply the law to everyone the same, regardless of who they are |
| Decisions based on the law | Judges must base their decisions on what the law says, not what they believe. |
| Enforcement of the law | To keep people safe,our government, including the police, investigate crimes and apprehend those who break laws to protect citizens |
| Fair procedures | Treating all people the same way, especially when accused by the government. |
| Law | a rule established by a source of authority (government) to regulate people’s conduct or activities |
| Precedent | Something that comes before |
| Rule of Law | a concept that those who govern are bound by the laws; no one is above the law |
| Transparency of institutions | Government acts are open to the public and can be reviewed by anyone |
