Breaking Laws Without Knowing Laws in Bangladesh Context

Abstract

This paper examines the phenomenon of unintentional lawbreaking, where individuals violate legal statutes without awareness of their action’s illegality. Through are view of legal theory, psychological research and case studies. This paper explores the prevalence causes and implication of such behaviour. The finding suggests a need for legal reforms and enhanced public legal education to mitigate the adverse effects of unknowingly breaking laws. This research investigates the phenomenon of unintentional lawbreaking across various aspects of daily life. A survey of 1500 individuals revealed prevalent areas where laws are commonly broken without the perpetrators' knowledge. The study focuses on six critical criteria: traffic rules, city areas, marginal areas, educational institutions, hospitals, neighbours, online sector, pedestrian, seller and buyer interactions, and public rules. The findings highlight the need for enhanced public legal awareness and improved communication of legal requirements. In modern society, laws function as the backbone of social order, regulating behaviours and setting boundaries that promote safety, fairness, and justice. However, an increasingly complex and expansive legal framework has led to a significant rise in instances where individuals break laws without knowledge of their existence or understanding of their implications. This research proposal aims to explore the phenomenon of unintentional lawbreaking due to legal unawareness, examining its prevalence, causes, and consequences.