# Canon Law System

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDCWfUYXx114d8AdyJQmbzH

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Ecclesiastical Law

**Alternative Labels:**

- Church Law
- Papal Law

## Definition

Canon Law is the legal system of the Catholic Church, derived from ecclesiastical and papal decrees. This system governs church administration, doctrine, and the conduct of clergy and lay members within the church.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RM8uFdNbkVDabwW32Bv8E

## See Also

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RCgMu5ynvcgBz5w6ozBAgRO

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