"Law's Empire"

"Law's Empire" is a concept introduced by legal scholar Ronald Dworkin in his 1986 book of the same name. It explores the idea that law is not just a set of rules but a system rooted in principles of justice and morality. Dworkin argues that judges should interpret laws by considering ethical dimensions and how they align with the community's sense of justice, rather than simply applying rules mechanically. This perspective emphasizes the role of law in enhancing human dignity and guiding society toward its ideals, making it a living, evolving entity shaped by moral values.