Saxon law

Saxon law refers to the legal system and customs that were practiced in England during the Anglo-Saxon period, roughly from the 5th to the 11th centuries. It was characterized by local governance, customary laws, and a focus on community responsibility. Disputes were often resolved in local assemblies known as "moots," where free men would gather to discuss and decide on matters. Saxon law laid the foundations for modern English common law, emphasizing the importance of local justice and the role of community in upholding legal norms.