# Civil Law System

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDFL8kZyR3c9ZZnIdisSm9o

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Napoleonic Law System

**Alternative Labels:**

- Code Law
- Continental Law
- Roman Law System

## Definition

Civil Law is a legal system that is primarily based on written codes and statutes, rather than case law. This system emphasizes comprehensive sets of laws that are codified and accessible, guiding judges in applying the law to individual cases.

## Sub Class Of

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

**Deprecated:** False