Code Napoleon

The Code Napoleon, officially known as the Napoleonic Code, is a comprehensive legal system established in 1804 under Napoleon Bonaparte in France. It unified laws concerning property, contracts, family relationships, and individual rights, replacing previous regional laws. Known for its clarity and organization, it emphasized equality before the law and the protection of private property. The code has influenced legal systems in many countries around the world, particularly those with civil law traditions. Overall, it modernized and standardized French law, shaping legal frameworks for centuries to come.