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A quick definition of leges Juliae:

Leges Juliae refers to a set of laws in ancient Rome that were created during the reign of Emperor Augustus or Julius Caesar. These laws covered various topics such as punishing adultery, regulating marriages, preventing electoral corruption, and punishing embezzlement of public money. They also reformed civil procedure. One of the most well-known laws was the lex Julia de adulteriis coercerendis, which made adultery a public crime. Another was the lex Julia de maritandis ordinibus, which imposed a duty to be married on all men and women within certain age ranges and prohibited certain marriages. Overall, the Leges Juliae were important in shaping Roman society and law.

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LEGES JULIAE

Leges Juliae refers to several Roman laws enacted during the reign of Emperor Augustus or Julius Caesar. These laws covered various aspects of Roman society, including marriage, bankruptcy, treason, electoral corruption, and embezzlement of public funds.

  • Lex Julia de adulteriis coercerendis: This law made adultery a public crime punishable by a permanent court. It aimed to discourage extramarital affairs and maintain social order.
  • Lex Julia de maritandis ordinibus: This law regulated marriages and imposed a duty to marry on eligible men and women. It also prohibited certain marriages, such as those between senators and freedwomen or actresses.
  • Lex Julia de peculatu: This law punished the embezzlement of public funds by officials. It aimed to prevent corruption and ensure the proper use of public resources.

These examples illustrate how the Leges Juliae addressed various social and legal issues in ancient Rome. They reflect the values and concerns of Roman society, such as maintaining public morality, preventing corruption, and regulating social behavior.

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