The Twelve Tables, crafted between 451-450 BC in ancient Rome, mark a pivotal moment in legal history as the first codified laws, promoting transparency and equality while laying the foundation for modern legal systems globally.
The Roman legal system has profoundly shaped the foundation of modern legal frameworks. Emerging from the city of Rome and expanding throughout the Roman Empire, it evolved through distinct stages, including the influential Corpus Juris Civilis under Emperor Justinian I. This legal heritage has informed both civil and common law traditions across the globe.
