Costa Rica Legal system

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Legal system: civil law system based on Spanish civil code; judicial review of legislative acts in the Supreme Court

Definition: This entry contains a brief description of the legal system's historical roots, role in government, and acceptance of International Court of Justice (ICJ) jurisdiction.

Source: CIA World Factbook - Unless otherwise noted, information in this page is accurate as of February 21, 2013

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