Common Law
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May 1, 2024
Updated May 11, 2025
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Common law is a legal system, or a body of law, that has developed over centuries through judicial decisions, customs, and usage rather than through codified statutes or legislative acts. It originated in England and has since spread to many parts of the world, forming the bedrock of legal systems in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and India. A defining characteristic of common law is its reliance on the doctrine of precedent, where past judicial rulings guide the decisions in current similar cases, ensuring consistency and predictability.
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