Chapter 1 - The Foundations of Authority

1.3

Using Citations to Locate Authority

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    INTRODUCTION

    A citation is a legal address. Here, we introduce you to the basic layout of citations. Don't worry, though. We will teach you much more about citations later in the program.

    Here we simply want you to become familiar with the concept so that, in a while, you will be able to find a case or statute in a law library.