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Civil law (branch of law) refers to a legal system that is based on a written code of laws, rather than on the common law system, which is based on precedent. Civil law systems are typically used in countries in Europe, Latin America, and other parts of the world, and cover a wide range of legal areas, including contract law, property law, and tort law. Continue Reading Below

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About Civil Law (branch of law)

Civil law (branch of law) refers to a legal system that is based on a written code of laws, rather than on the common law system, which is based on precedent. Civil law systems are typically used in countries in Europe, Latin America, and other parts of the world, and cover a wide range of legal areas, including contract law, property law, and tort law.