Translation guide
The set of laws, courts, and procedures that make up a country's or region's system of justice.
Referring to the overall structure of laws and courts in a country or region.
The most common and neutral term for 'legal system', encompassing laws, institutions, and procedures.
Japan's legal system is complex.
Often used in formal or written contexts, similar to 'legislation' or 'legal framework'. Can refer to the body of laws themselves.
A new legal system was introduced.
Specifically refers to the judicial system, i.e., courts and judges, rather than the entire legal framework.
Reform of the judicial system is necessary.
Talking about the legal system of a particular nation, often in comparative contexts.
Simply attach the country name to 法制度. This is the most straightforward way.
The American legal system varies by state.
More formal, often used in academic or legal writing.
The British legal system is based on case law.
Classifying legal systems into broad categories.
法制度 is the broadest term for the entire legal system. 法制 often refers to the body of laws or legislative framework, and is more formal. 司法制度 specifically means the judicial system (courts, judges). Use 法制度 for general contexts.
development of the legal system
Legislative Council (a formal body)
judicial system reform
In common law systems, precedents are emphasized.
In Islamic law countries, the Quran is a source of law.