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Roman law refers to the legal system developed in ancient Rome that evolved from the Twelve Tables to the comprehensive Justinian Code, spanning over a thousand years of jurisprudence. It established fundamental legal concepts including private property rights, contracts, torts, and procedural rules that became the foundation for many modern Western legal systems. Roman legal principles continue to influence contemporary civil law traditions across Europe, Latin America, and beyond.

What If the Lex Hortensia Never Passed?

Exploring how Roman political development might have unfolded if the plebeian assembly never gained legislative equality, potentially altering the course of the Republic's evolution and social integration.