The Law and Civil Liberties Rule – a regulation or principle governing conduct or procedure within a given sphere. Law – a rule or set of rules regulating the activities of members of country or community and enforced through penalties; something regarded as having binding force. Rule of law – the law is sovereign. Nobody is above the law and will face a sanction. Driving whilst using a mobile phone (not with hands-free device). fine Parking your vehicle on double yellow lines. fine Neglecting your child, emotionally and financially. prison Stealing stationery from work. warning Benefit fraud. prison Murder. prison