Civil law (common law)

Civil law (common law)

Civil law (pronounced /ˈsɪv.ɪl lɔː/), also known as common law, is a legal system originating in Western Europe and adopted in much of the world. The civil law system is intellectualized within the framework of Roman law, and with core principles codified into a referable system, which serves as the primary source of law.

Etymology

The term "civil law" derives from the Latin ius civile, the law applicable to all Roman cives or citizens. Its origins are traditionally associated with the ancient Romans.

Related Terms

• Jurisprudence: The theory or philosophy of law.
• Statute: A written law passed by a legislative body.
• Case law: The law as established by the outcome of former cases.
• Tort: A wrongful act or an infringement of a right leading to civil legal liability.

See also

• Criminal law
• Public law
• Private law

References

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