Public law

Public law is a theory of law that governs the relationship between the state and the individual, who is considered to be either a citizen or, in a wider sense, a member of the public. This is in contrast to private law, which governs relationships between individuals or private entities. Public law covers several sub-disciplines such as constitutional law, administrative law, and criminal law.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Public law is defined as a theory of law that governs the relationship between the state and the individual, who is considered to be either a citizen or, in a wider sense, a member of the public. In other words, it comprises those rules that determine the structure and the powers of the state and its organs, and regulate the relationship between the state and its citizens.

Sub-disciplines[edit | edit source]

Public law covers several sub-disciplines, including:

Constitutional law: This is a body of law which defines the role, powers, and structure of different entities within a state, namely, the executive, the parliament or legislature, and the judiciary; as well as the basic rights of citizens.

Administrative law: This is the body of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government. Government agency action can include rule making, adjudication, or the enforcement of a specific regulatory agenda.

Criminal law: This is 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 inclusive of one's self.

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