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=The Twelve Tables=

The Twelve Tables was the first written law code of Rome. It is the oldest written document of Rome, written in 450 BC. It addressed the issues of capital punishment for lying or judges taking bribes, forbidden marriage between plebeians and patricians, accuser had to come to the court of law, strict rules on debtors, and a man's will was binding. The law code was developed in the midst of conflict between the patricians and the plebeians.

Created by Allie Pinosky: September 22, 2008

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