L. 1 de 1869

L. 1 de 1869, or Law 1 of 1869, was a law enacted in Colombia that established the country's first civil code. It organized important aspects of daily life, such as family relationships, property rights, contracts, and inheritance, providing a clear legal framework. This law aimed to unify and modernize Colombia's legal system, replacing older, inconsistent laws with a comprehensive set of rules to ensure fairness and stability in civil matters. It marked a significant step in the country's legal development, promoting legal certainty and social order.