A commandment is a directive or order given by a person or authority figure. It is a legally binding instruction that must be followed by the recipient. Failure to comply with a commandment may result in legal consequences or penalties.
A commandment is a religious or moral directive that is considered to be binding and authoritative.
No, commandments are not legally enforceable as they are typically religious or moral in nature and do not have the force of law.
In most cases, a violation of a commandment does not lead to legal consequences. However, if the violation also constitutes a violation of a law, then legal consequences may apply.
In general, commandments are not admissible as evidence in a legal case as they are not considered to be relevant or reliable sources of information.
In some cases, a defendant may argue that their actions were justified by a religious or moral commandment. However, this defence is typically not successful unless the defendant can demonstrate that their actions were necessary to avoid a greater harm.
No, commandments are not subject to legal challenge as they are not laws or regulations.
Yes, commandments can be changed or updated by the religious or moral authority that issued them.
In some cases, private organisations or individuals may choose to enforce certain commandments within their own communities or groups. However, this is not legally binding and does not have the force of law.
Yes, in some cases a commandment may conflict with a legal obligation. In such cases, individuals may need to choose between following the commandment or complying with the law.
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This glossary post was last updated: 13th April 2024.
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