Civil law, which is based upon ancient Roman law, is used in many European and Latin American countries. What makes civil law different from other types of laws?

A.
Civil law is based on written rules.
B.
Civil law tells people how to behave.
C.
Civil law can be overruled by a judge.
D.
Civil law applies to the common man.

1 answer

A. Civil law is based on written rules.

This is the primary distinction of civil law systems compared to other legal systems, such as common law, which relies heavily on precedents and judicial decisions. In civil law, laws are codified and written in legal codes, which are intended to be comprehensive and accessible.