Overview
Cornell Legal Information Institute (LII) is a non-profit organization that publishes legal information online for free. Its primary capabilities include providing access to primary legal sources such as the U.S. Constitution, U.S. Code, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Supreme Court opinions, and state laws and regulations. LII also creates original content like the Wex Legal Dictionary and Encyclopedia, which helps users understand legal concepts. The underlying technology involves web servers and databases that store and serve the legal information. Cornell LII targets students, legal professionals, researchers, and the general public who need access to legal information without cost.
Common tasks
Access the U.S. Constitution and Amendments.Search and read the U.S. Code.Browse and understand the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).Review Supreme Court decisions.Find state laws and regulations.Look up definitions and explanations in the Wex Legal Dictionary.Read legal analysis from the Congressional Research Service.