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English law is the common law legal system of England and Wales, comprising mainly criminal law and civil law, each branch having its own courts and procedures.[1][2][3] The judiciary is independent, and legal principles like fairness, equality before the law, and the right to a fair trial are foundational to the system.
- ^ For Civil procedure, see Civil procedure in England and Wales
- ^ For Criminal procedure, see the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996
- ^ Note: "English law" is more accurately, termed the law of England and Wales and is applied in agreements that parties will adopt the jurisdiction of England and Wales as well as for matters within the physical jurisdiction.