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  2. Deuteronomic Code - Wikipedia

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    The Deuteronomic Code is the name given by academics to the law code set out in chapters 12 to 26 of the Book of Deuteronomy in the Hebrew Bible. [1] The code outlines a special relationship between the Israelites and Yahweh [2] and provides instructions covering "a variety of topics including religious ceremonies and ritual purity, civil and criminal law, and the conduct of war". [1]

  3. Rulemaking - Wikipedia

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    Once a rule is final, the language of the rule itself (not the supporting analysis or data) is codified in the official body of regulations, such as the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). In essence, the accountability of the rulemaking system assumes that the public does take note of all of the notices in the Federal Register, which can run ...

  4. Statutory body - Wikipedia

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    Laws made by statutory authorities are usually referred to as regulations. They are not cited in the same fashion as an act of parliament, but usually with specific initials (depending on the authority) and a number. Just as with laws enacted by Parliament, all laws made by a statutory authority must be published in the Government Gazette.

  5. Civil authority - Wikipedia

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    Civil authority or civil government is the practical implementation of a state on behalf of its citizens, other than through military units (martial law), that enforces law and order and that is distinguished from religious authority (for example, canon law) and secular authority.

  6. Religious law - Wikipedia

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    While some of the social laws are enforced by Baháʼí institutions, the emphasis is placed on individuals following the laws based on their conscience, understanding and reasoning, and Baháʼís are expected to follow the laws for the love of Bahá'u'lláh. [4] The laws are seen as the method of the maintenance of order and security in the ...

  7. Public policy - Wikipedia

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    In an institutionalist view, the foundation of public policy is composed of national constitutional laws and regulations. Further foundational aspects include both judicial interpretations and regulations which are generally authorized by legislation. Public policy is considered strong when it solves problems efficiently and effectively, serves ...

  8. List of Latin legal terms - Wikipedia

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    law between the peoples Laws governing treaties and international agreements. jus legationis: right of legation The right to send and receive diplomatic representation: jus naturale: natural law Laws common to all people, that the average person would find reasonable, regardless of their nationality. jus primae noctis: right of the first night

  9. Code of Federal Regulations - Wikipedia

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    In the law of the United States, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is the codification of the general and permanent regulations promulgated by the executive departments and agencies of the federal government of the United States. The CFR is divided into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to federal regulation.