Asked by Fawnette Dlima on Sep 29, 2024
Which of the following is true of a civil law system?
A) The primary source of law is a statutory code, and case precedents are not judicially binding.
B) The primary source of law is common law, and case precedents are not judicially binding.
C) There are no criminal courts.
D) None of these choices is correct.
Civil Law System
A legal system based on written codes and statutes, as opposed to common law, which is based on precedent decisions and judicial rulings.
Statutory Code
A legal framework enacted by a legislative body that governs a specific set of laws, often arranged by subject.
- Differentiate among various legal systems, such as civil and common law.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among various legal systems, such as civil and common law.