Codifications

/ˌkɑːnəˌfɪkˈeɪʃənz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The systematic arrangement and consolidation of laws or statutes into a code or organized collection.
    The codifications of criminal law help ensure consistency in legal interpretation.

Forms

  • codification

Commentary

Codifications often serve to clarify and streamline complex legal materials by organizing them into an accessible format.

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