What About The Law? How old do you have to be to have an alcoholic drink in a pub or get married? What happens if you buy a pair of shoes and they fall apart after one month's normal wear? What are your rights if you are questioned by the police after a local robbery? The law is more than just dusty old books, courtrooms and going to prison. It is all around us - affecting everything we do from the time we are born to the time we die. This short guide explains why we have laws, how they work and how they involve you, your friends and your family.