Characteristics of the World Legal System

Maysarah; Sudiiman Laoli

doi:10.55927/mudima.v5i10.661

Authors

Maysarah Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia
Sudiiman Laoli Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/mudima.v5i10.661

Keywords:

World Legal Systems, Common Law, Civil Law, Religious Law, Legal Characteristics

Abstract

This paper explores the differences and characteristics of legal systems applied across countries worldwide, focusing on continental law (civil law), common law, religious law, and mixed legal systems. The study elaborates on the fundamental characteristics of each legal system, sources of law, core principles, institutional structures, and mechanisms of implementation in everyday legal practice. The research methodology employed is library research, examining classical legal literature, academic journals, and contemporary legal documents to achieve a comprehensive understanding. The findings reveal that each legal system possesses unique features that influence national law formulation, law enforcement, and international legal interactions. For instance, civil law emphasizes codification and legal certainty, whereas common law prioritizes precedent and judicial flexibility. Religious law stresses adherence to moral and doctrinal principles, while mixed legal systems combine characteristics from various legal traditions according to the historical and cultural context of a country. This paper aims to contribute academically to the understanding of global legal system diversity and provide insights for policymakers, scholars, and legal practitioners on the importance of aligning legal systems with the social, cultural, and economic context of a nation

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