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Based on detailed sets of written rules and statutes, judges have limited power of interpretation, predominant in countries such as Germany and France.

Combines elements of more than one legal system, often found in former colonies that have adapted their colonial legal systems with pre-existing customs, examples can be seen in South Africa and India.

Reflects the customs and traditions of indigenous or local communities, adapts to the needs of the society over time, examples found in parts of Africa and Asia.

Legal systems based on specific religious scriptures and texts, examples include Islamic Sharia and Jewish Halakha, applied in various degrees in countries like Iran and Israel.