Apr 21, 2020 · The totalitarian nation of North Korea, ruled by its supreme leader Kim Jong Un, has unusual laws such as ban on listening to foreign music, wearing jeans, or women driving, that may lead to one’s execution.

The law of North Korea (officially called the Democratic People's Republic of Korea) is a codified civil law system inherited from the Japanese and influenced by the Soviet Union. It is governed by The Socialist Constitution and operates within the political system of North Korea.

The constitution consists of seven chapters and 172 articles and codifies North Korea's basic principles on politics, economy, culture and national defense, the basic rights and duties of the country's citizens, the organization of the North Korean government and …

The following is an up-to-date list of North Korean laws currently available in English. The Center assumes no responsibility for their content. Broad and inexplicit descriptions of the rule of law and subsequent judicial procedures/civil liberties within the DPRK.

Nov 20, 2024 · Explore the complex legal system of North Korea, rooted in Juche ideology and characterized by a lack of transparency and discipline. This blog post delves into the historical development, core principles, structure, judicial procedures, and the interplay between law and politics in North Korea.

Jul 20, 2024 · This guide, prepared by the Law Library of Congress, includes links to free online resources regarding the country of North Korea, focusing on its constitution; executive, legislative and judicial branches; legal guides; and general sources.

Many forces shaped the legal character of the North Korean State (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, or DPRK) before its birth in 1948: Japanese colonialism, Soviet auspices, and to some extent, the traditional Korean legal code.