Legal Terms and Concepts

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Substantive Law

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A part of the law that creates, defines, and regulates rights.

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Procedural Law

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The rules that govern the proceedings of the court in criminal lawsuits as well as civil and administrative proceedings.

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Public Law

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The part of law that governs relationships between individuals and the government.

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Civil Law

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A legal system originating in Europe, intellectualized within the framework of late Roman law.

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Constitutional Law

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Law that involves the interpretation and application of the constitution.

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Tort Law

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The area of law that covers most civil suits, usually involving personal injury.

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Administrative Law

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The body of law that regulates the operation and procedures of government agencies.

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Criminal Law

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A system of law concerned with the punishment of those who commit crimes.

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Contract Law

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The body of law that refers to agreements between individuals and entities that are binding.

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Amending Formula

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The process by which changes can be made to the constitution.