Public law
Public law
Public law (pronunciation: /ˈpʌblɪk lɔː/) is a branch of law that governs the relationship between individuals (citizens, companies) and the state.
Etymology
The term "public law" is derived from the Latin term "ius publicum", where "ius" means law and "publicum" means public. It was used to describe the laws that were binding for all citizens.
Definition
Public law encompasses constitutional law, administrative law, and criminal law. It relates to the structure of the government, the duties and powers of officials, and the relationship between the individual and the state.
Related Terms
- Constitutional law: A body of law which defines the role, powers, and structure of different entities within a state.
- Administrative law: The body of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government.
- Criminal law: The body of law that relates to crime. It proscribes conduct perceived as threatening, harmful, or otherwise endangering to the property, health, safety, and moral welfare of people.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Public law
- Wikipedia's article - Public law
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