1.2a Classifications of Law

What is the main focus of national law?

• Enforcing global regulations

• Protecting individual rights

• Maintaining order within a country

• International law

Which branch of law governs the fundamental principles and structure of a nation?

• Constitutional Law

• Administrative Law

• Criminal Law

• Contract Law

What does Private Law focus on?

• Preventing criminal offenses

• Ownership and use of property

• Regulating government actions

• Rights and duties of individuals

Which branch of law addresses civil wrongs such as negligence and defamation?

• Contract Law

• Tort Law

• Property Law

• Family Law

What does Family Law regulate?

• Ownership and use of property

• Marriage and divorce

• Agreements and obligations between parties

• Wrongs committed against society