Legal Consciousness
/ˈliːɡəl kənˈʃəsnəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The capacity of individuals or groups to perceive, interpret, and respond to law and legal systems as a cultural and social practice.
Legal consciousness shapes how citizens understand their rights and obligations under the law.
Forms
- legal consciousness
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Commentary
Legal consciousness is often studied empirically in sociolegal scholarship to explore how law influences daily life beyond formal statutes and court decisions.
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