Codex Justinianus

The Codex Justinianus, also known as the Justinian Code, is a collection of laws and legal interpretations created under Byzantine Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century. It aimed to organize and clarify Roman law, making it more accessible and consistent. The Codex includes statutes, legal principles, and decisions from earlier lawyers, effectively serving as a foundational legal text for the Byzantine Empire. Its comprehensive approach influenced legal systems in Europe for centuries and is considered a key step in the development of modern law.