What is the definition of legal code? How does one write it? What does it usually encompass? Sorry, more than one question, but I really need to know!
2007-03-13 12:49:46 · 2 answers · asked by jadecellist 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
The "code" is the body of statutory laws passed in a particular jurisdiction (state or federal).
For example, all laws passed by Congress become part of the United States Code.
Some states further sub-divide their laws into categories. So, for example, in California, you have the Probate Code, Civil Code, Criminal Code, Health and Safety Code, etc.
2007-03-13 12:57:50 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Legal Code: a code of laws adopted by a state or nation; "a code of laws"
Code in this case means a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones)
Laws are written by the legislature. A law starts first as an idea and then becomes a bill if it has a sponsor who is a member of that body, ie, House of Representatives, or Senate. A bill becomes a law if it is approved by the 2 chambers: the senate and house of representatives. Then it must be signed into law by the Gov or Pres.
2007-03-13 13:14:11 · answer #2 · answered by luv books 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋