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The Core Difference Between Substantive and Procedural Law This post clarifies the essential distinction between Substantive Law (the ‘what’ of legal rights and duties) and Procedural Law (the ‘how’ of enforcing those rights) for non-legal professionals. Understanding the fundamental difference between substantive law and procedural law is key to navigating any legal system, whether you
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