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soorten constitutions
Codified constitution: One that is set out in a single document.
Uncodified constitution: One that is spread among a range of
documents and is influenced by tradition and practice. (e.g. Britain)
Rigid constitution: One that is entrenched, requiring more demanding
amendment procedures.
Flexible constitution: One that can be amended more easily, often in
the same way that ordinary legislation is passed.
systems of law
Common law: Judicial rulings on matters not explicitly
treated in legislation, based on precedents created by
decisions in specific cases.
Civil law: Judicial rulings founded on written legal codes
which seek to provide a single overarching framework for
the conduct of public affairs.
Religious law: The system of moral codes taught
by religious traditions based on holy texts and/or on the
teachings and actions of prophets.
Mixed/pluralistic system= Civil law + Religious law (or other
combinations)
Functions of legislature(s)