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Function: To express the moral standards of a society and influence legal norms. Examples: Laws against murder, theft.

Function: Derived from consistent social practices over time, sometimes gaining legal significance. Examples: Common law, tribal customs.

Function: To reflect the expected patterns of behavior in a society, which can shape legal norms. Examples: Etiquette, dress codes.

Function: To create or define new forms of behavior or social practices. Examples: Rules of chess, laws defining citizenship.

Function: To guide the process of how a legal decision is made or enforced. Examples: Rules of court, legislative procedures.

Function: To guide behavior based on prudence or one's own self-interest. Examples: Financial regulations, health and safety laws.

Function: To regulate pre-existing activities or behaviors. Examples: Speed limits, tax laws.

Function: To grant permission or allow certain actions that are not obligatory. Examples: Licensing laws, building codes.

Function: To provide the standards necessary for the function and interoperability of tools and systems. Examples: Building regulations, internet protocols.