Sociology of Law: Definition and Concepts

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What is the primary focus of sociology of law as discussed in the text?

Analyzing the impact of legal cultures on society

Exploring the origins of legal norms

The study of legal institutions in society (correct)

Investigating the history of legal regulations

How does law differ from norms based on morals?

Morals are fluid and subjective, while law provides consistency and permanence (correct)

Morals are universal, while law is region-specific

Morals define individual behavior, while law governs society as a whole

Morals are enforced by the state, while law is based on customs

What led to the replacement of morality by law in societies?

The establishment of state governance (correct)

The decline of social norms

The globalization of legal norms

The rise of individualistic values

How does Sumner define the term 'law' based on the text?

Codified mores shaping into acceptable norms (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of deviating from an acceptable norm as per the text?

It is considered a criminal act (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does sociology of law contribute to understanding social change according to the text?

By exploring interaction between law and society (A) Signup and view all the answers

What sets sociology apart from jurists regarding the study of law?

Focus on social relationships and inequality (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect studied by sociologists regarding law?

Interconnections between law and social institutions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major focus of social researchers at the micro level, as mentioned in the text?

How actors experience and confront law (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did Montesquieu's De l'espirit des lois contribute to the sociology of law?

Comparative analysis of laws in different societies (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did sociology of law progress from the middle of the 19th century?

Rapidly in diverse forms (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is highlighted as crucial for sociologists studying law according to the text?

Relationships between legal institutions and other forms of dispute resolution (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the Sociology of Law according to Cotterrell?

An empirical study of law as a set of social practices. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who first coined the term 'Sociology of Law'?

Dionisio Anzilotti (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what way does Sociology of Law study human behavior?

As determined by commonly recognized ethico-legal norms. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common focus of sociological discussions regarding law?

Discussions limited to criminal law. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does Cotterrell describe the relationship between law and sociology?

As confronting fields with different historical origins and social consequences. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary substance of law in western democratic societies according to the text?

Regulation of property relationships and protection of property rights. (A) Signup and view all the answers