- the system should be fair
- the outcomes of cases should not be biased in favor of the party who has more money (this is part of fairness)
- defending a case should not be so onerous such that the public considers that it unethical to bring a case if the public considers the prosecution to be in error (but in good faith)
- bringing a case should not be so onerous such that it is considered too expensive for individuals and small businesses to practically do
- the public should consider the system to be fair