Law of Yemen

The Law of Yemen incorporates Shari'a law, customary tribal laws, and Napoleonic influence. Yemen’s legal influence is a reflection of the significant historical influences and ongoing political developments within the country. Yemen does have a written constitution and legal structures that deal with various legal fields like criminal, constitutional, and personal status law. Yemen's legal history has been characterized by overlapping political entities with their own constitutional, religious, and customary foundations. This led to a legal framework categorized by pluralism and decentralization.