The legal system aims to achieve just outcomes, however the perception of justice varies between individuals, the legal system and society in general. A 'just outcome' cannot be simply defined, so a working definition is developed instead. A just outcome is said to be "a result of any process or procedure on individuals and society within the operation of the legal system that is seen as fair or proper by the majority of society". Justice can be procedural and substantive. Procedural justice is attained where the process for reaching a decision is fair and just. Substantive justice is where the...
also demonstrate that the legal system has flaws. In R v Condren, Mr Condren was forced to write a confession that was later disregarded after the real murderer confessed, hindering justice.

However, the mechanisms of the legal system ultimately work to achieve just outcomes. The Chamberlain case utilised the resources of many of the legal mechanisms available – the police force, court hierarchy, parliament and a Royal Commission. These mechanisms ensured that, eventually, a just outcome was reached and Lindy was released and compensated. This demonstrates the legal system's ability to rectify initial errors of judgement which can occur.