CANADA

Understanding Canadian Legislation
Canada’s laws are governed by a combination of federal, provincial, and territorial statutes. Federal laws like the Criminal Code set the framework for criminal law across the country. Access the Criminal Code of Canada directly through the Department of Justice website for authoritative information on criminal offenses and procedures.

Provincial and Territorial Laws
Each province and territory has its own laws and regulations addressing matters such as family law, property law, and health care. For example, Ontario’s statutes can be accessed through the e-Laws website. Similarly, British Columbia’s legal resources are available on the BC Laws website.

Accessing Legal Information Online
For a broad collection of Canadian legislation, CanLII is an excellent resource. It provides free access to court decisions, statutes, and regulations from every province and territory, making it invaluable for legal research.

USA

Federal Laws and the U.S. Code
The United States federal laws are codified in the U.S. Code, which organizes general and permanent laws by subject. Visit the Office of the Law Revision Counsel to explore the U.S. Code, or access federal regulations through the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR).

State Laws and Resources
Each state has its own unique laws governing civil and criminal matters. For example, you can find California’s legal codes on the California Legislative Information website, or visit Massachusetts General Laws for statutes in Massachusetts. Comprehensive links for every state can be added to provide direct access.

Understanding the Legislative Process
Bills and legislation at both federal and state levels are crucial to understanding the creation of laws. The Congress.gov website is the official source for federal legislative information, including active and past bills.

Court Rules and Case Law
For those researching procedural rules or case law, resources like Justia and Cornell Legal Information Institute (LII) offer free access to a wide range of materials, including state and federal court decisions.

A Comprehensive Repository
For a user-friendly way to navigate various legal resources across jurisdictions, Law Library of Congress is an invaluable tool. It includes guides to legal materials for each state and country, with curated content for researchers and the public alike.