Law and Society
/ˈlɔː ənd səˈsaɪəti/
Definitions
- (n.) An interdisciplinary field examining how law interacts with social, cultural, economic, and political structures.
Law and society studies reveal how legal systems reflect social values.
- (n.) The social context within which law operates and affects behavior and institutions.
The law and society relationship shapes policy outcomes.
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- law and society
- law and societies
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Commentary
Focuses on understanding law beyond statutes, emphasizing law's role and effect in social contexts.
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