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Courts

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Institutions that interpret and apply the law in legal cases.

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Common Law Tradition

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A legal system based on custom and court rulings.

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Precedent

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A legal decision that serves as an example or rule for future cases.

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Substantive Laws

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Laws that define rights and duties, such as crimes and punishments.

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Procedural Due Process

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Legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights owed to a person.

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Criminal Laws

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Laws related to crimes and their punishments.

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Civil Laws

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Laws dealing with private rights and remedies.

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Constitutional Law

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Law that involves the interpretation and application of the U.S. Constitution.

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Statutory Laws

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Laws enacted by a legislative body.

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Administrative Laws

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Rules and regulations created by administrative agencies.