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Napoleonic Code

Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-003345

The French civil code established under Napoleon I in 1804, which codified several branches of law, including property, family, and contracts. It emphasized clarity, accessibility, and uniformity, replacing a complex system of feudal and customary laws. This code significantly influenced the legal systems of many European and Latin American countries.

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IdentifierMLC-T-LAW-003345
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