+Civil law, the most widespread legal system globally, traces its roots to Roman law and developed in continental Europe. It is characterized by comprehensive, codified statutes, where judges primarily apply written law rather than relying on [Precedent](/wiki/precedent). This system contrasts sharply with [Common Law](/wiki/common_law) systems.
+## See also
+- [Roman Law](/wiki/roman_law)
+- [Legal System](/wiki/legal_system)
+- [Codification](/wiki/codification)
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