Codify refers to the process of systematically organising and compiling laws, statutes, regulations, and legal principles into a comprehensive and accessible body of law. This process involves categorizing and structuring legal provisions according to subject matter, creating a unified and coherent framework for understanding and applying the law. Codification aims to simplify legal complexity, promote consistency and clarity, and facilitate access to legal rules and principles for practitioners, scholars, and the general public. Once codified, laws are typically published in official codes or compilations, making them easier to reference, interpret, and enforce. Codification is an essential aspect of legal systems worldwide, providing a foundation for legal certainty, predictability, and the rule of law.
Arrange (laws or rules) into a systematic code.
v. to arrange and label a system of laws.
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