The most highly regarded English translation is by , written in the late 19th century. It is considered the gold standard for accuracy and includes the Latin text on facing pages.
No. The Code (Codex) is a collection of imperial laws. The Institutes is a separate introductory textbook.
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: It eliminated inconsistencies in the legal system, ensuring that any laws not included in the compilation were repealed.