legal culture

Legal culture refers to the shared attitudes, beliefs, values, and practices regarding law within a society. It influences how laws are created, interpreted, and followed, reflecting the community’s understanding of justice, authority, and rights. Legal culture shapes people's perceptions of the legal system’s legitimacy and fairness, affecting their behavior and trust in legal institutions. It varies across societies and can evolve over time, encompassing factors like customs, history, and social norms that influence how law functions in everyday life.