12" Grade 1" term Introduction to Unit 1 "It is the spirit not the form of law that keeps justice alive" It is possible to describe law as the set of rules that governs a society and controls the behaviour of its members, so Law is a formal mechanism of social control. Law can be said to perform three different LAW functions, each of which is of huge importance to our welfare. First, it defends us from evil. Second, it resolves disputes and disagreements among people to let them live in peace and harmony. Third, it protects minorities from abuse as it protects individuals' rights. Kuwaiti laws are made to protect the individual rights. Kuwait has a well- structured and clearly defined judiciary, composed of summary, military and HH religious courts. The Emir, in consultation with the Justice Ministry, appoints judges in the regular courts. The law is drawn from the teachings of the Holy Qur'an and protects the rights of all people of all religious persuasions, ensuring a safe, just and tolerant society There are three types of laws. The first one is the criminal law which deals with crimes like murder and theft. The second type is the family law which deals with family affairs like marriage, divorce and adoption. The third type of law is the civil law which deals with problems between neighbours and the behavior of large companies. In addition, there is another type, the property law, which governs the form of ownership. An area of the law which is changing very quickly in the modern world, is the law related to computer crime. Computer with Internet connection can also be used more safely by criminals than face-to-face meetings. Computer crimes are more difficult to solve than traditional crimes because criminals are invisible and their actions may be impossible to prove. Nowadays, computer crime is on the increase because the number of people using the Internet to buy things is increasing In conclusion, it is very clear that law carries out a number of functions that are of great importance in a society. Law defends us and encourages people to do what is right in the society