Legal English and Legal Systems 1

This set of flashcards covers key concepts related to legal English, various legal systems, and constitutional principles.

Legal English

The specialized language used in the field of law.

Civil Law

A legal system based on codified statutes and laws, often contrasted with common law.

Common Law

A legal system based on past judicial rulings and precedents.

Mixed Legal System

A legal system that incorporates elements of both civil and common law, as seen in the European Union.

Adversarial System

A legal process where the prosecution and defense compete against each other to determine the truth.

Inquisitorial System

A legal process found in civil law systems characterized by extensive pre-trial investigations and a focus on truth-finding.

British Constitution

The set of principles and rules that govern the UK, not contained in one codified document.

Italian Constitution

The fundamental legal document that outlines the principles and structure of the Italian Republic.

Judicial Precedent

Past judicial decisions that are used as a reference for future cases in common law.

Codified Statutes

Written laws that have been enacted by a legislative body, characteristic of civil law systems.