Sir Edward Coke (Judge)

Sir Edward Coke was a prominent English judge and legal scholar in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He is renowned for advocating the importance of the rule of law and the rights of individuals against the power of the monarchy. Coke played a key role in shaping constitutional law through his judgments and writings, emphasizing that laws should be clear, consistent, and applied fairly. His work helped lay the foundation for modern legal principles, including the idea that everyone, including rulers, must abide by the law.