Legal citation

Legal citation is a standardized way of referencing legal documents, such as court cases, statutes, and regulations. It allows readers to identify and locate specific legal sources. A citation typically includes the name of the case or law, the volume number, the reporter (a collection of cases), page number, and year. For example, a case might be cited as "Smith v. Jones, 123 U.S. 456 (2021)," indicating the case name, where it can be found, and when it was decided. This system ensures consistency and clarity in legal writing and research.