Legal Reference

A legal reference is a citation that points to a specific law, regulation, or legal document. It helps identify the exact source of legal authority or authority for a particular rule, statement, or decision. Legal references are used in legal writing, research, and documentation to ensure clarity, accuracy, and credibility. They typically include details like the name of the law, statute or regulation number, section, and sometimes the jurisdiction or date. This allows anyone reviewing the material to locate and verify the original source quickly.