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France - Legal System  The legal system in France dates back to
the time of Napoleon and covers civil, administrative and
judicial law. Despite the age of the system the laws are
regularly reviewed and updated, with the latest criminal code
being introduced in 1994. There are two parts to the judicial
system of law, with the administrative system established to
handle any disputes between the government and individuals but
the judiciary system handles both criminal and civil cases.
There is no jury system in France. Cases are heard by a
‘tribunal’ which is composed of 6 ‘lay’ judges and 3
professionals. If two-thirds of the panel agree then the verdict
is carried.  France has several different types of courts,
depending upon the type of case that is being heard. There are
several le