Legal System

System of rules enforced by a governing authority.

judicial system rule of law

A legal system is a collection of rules and principles enforced by a governing authority. It comprises laws, courts, law enforcement agencies, and legal professionals.

Pronunciation

/ˈliːɡəl ˌsɪstəm/

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'lex,' meaning law.

Explain Like I’m 5

A legal system is like a set of rules that everyone in a country needs to follow, and there are people (like judges and police) who make sure those rules are followed.

Fun Facts

The Code of Hammurabi, created in ancient Babylon, is one of the oldest known written legal codes
Roman law significantly influenced many modern legal systems
Some countries have both civil and common law systems

FAQ

What is a legal system? It's a set of rules and processes for resolving disputes and maintaining order
Who makes laws? Legislatures, like parliaments or congresses, typically create laws
What happens if someone breaks a law? They may face consequences like fines or imprisonment

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

law jurisprudence

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

government social structure

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

common law civil law criminal justice system

Meronyms — Parts or Components

courts laws police

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

government

Indexes

governmental social institution

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