Legal Culture
/ˈliːɡəl ˈkʌltʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) The shared attitudes, values, beliefs, and practices regarding law within a society or group.
Legal culture influences how laws are interpreted and enforced in different countries.
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- legal culture
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Commentary
Legal culture often shapes the effectiveness and public perception of legal institutions and norms.
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