State laws refer to legislation that is passed by individual states within the United States. These laws can vary from state to state and cover a wide range of topics, including criminal justice, education, public health, and more.
Related terms
Federal laws: Laws that are created by the federal government and apply to all states in the United States.
Statutes: Written laws that are enacted by legislatures at either the state or federal level.
Jurisdiction: The authority of a court or other legal body to hear and decide on matters within a particular geographic area or subject matter.