I. Early Law A.Hammurabis Code- first written code, societal behavior B.10 Commandments- basic moral rules C.Draconian Laws- Greek harsh punishments for every crime D.Roman Law- createdpeace and equality b/w classes 1.Justinians Code-established principle of innocent until proven guilty as established by juries 2.Napoleon updated Justinians code II. Development of Modern Law A.Magna Carta-limited kings power, trial by jury, due process B.English Common Law- law developed based on common sense/logic/practice, and precedent C.English Bill of Rights- protected individuals rights D.Enlightenment Ideas 1.Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Montesquieu, Voltaire 2.Social Contract theory: People give up power/rights to the govt to promote the safety/well-being of all 3.Montesquieu: Separation of powers gives all classes political power and prevent tyranny III. American Law A.Based mostly on English tradition and Christian values B.Mayflower Compact- earliest example of American law C.Iroquois Nation- united tribes with a written constitution D.Other sources: US Constitution, Bill of Rights and Amendments, States, Supreme Court precedent