Law is derived from several fundamental sources that establish, interpret, and enforce legal principles within a society. These sources ensure order, justice, and predictability, and they include:
- Constitutions: The supreme legal document outlining the structure of government and fundamental rights.
- Statutory Law: Laws enacted by legislatures in the form of statutes or codes.
- Case Law (Judicial Precedent): Legal principles established through court decisions and judicial interpretation.
- Regulations (Administrative Law): Rules created by administrative agencies to implement and enforce statutory law.
- International Agreements: Treaties and conventions between countries that have legal force across borders.
The primary sources of law include constitutions, statutory law, case law, regulations, and international agreements. Common customs are generally not considered a primary source.