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Public law

Public law is a body of laws that determine how the government works. It is the laws that decide what the government can and can't do to keep the country running smoothly. Public law makes sure that all citizens have fair, equal rights and that the government follows all laws and regulations. Public law also helps to protect the rights of citizens by making sure that the government acts in the best interests of the people.
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