Explains the difference between civil law and common law systems, and analysis of the role of precedent in general jurisdiction, such as the United States. Includes extensive excerpts from the majority and dissenting opinions in Lawrence v. Texas, in which the Supreme Court overturned its previous decision in Bowers and overturned a state law to prohibit certain intimate sexual relationships between homosexuals. "Hide
by Constance E. Bagley 13 pages. Publication Date: August 8, 2003. Prod. #: 804016-PDF-ENG