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When did law properly begin in ancient Rome? 450 BCE
Who was the first emperor of Rome, and when did he come to power? Augustus, 27 BCE
Which groups were responsible for making rules after the emperor in Roman governance? Senate, consuls, and assemblies
What was the role of the Roman police force, the vigiles? Stopping petty crimes, thieves, and runaway slave
How were laws most commonly made in ancient Rome? During an assembly where citizens voted
What was the ‘dual penalty system’ in Roman law? Harsher punishments for lower status (humiliores) compared to higher status (honestiores)
Which of the following was NOT considered a form of punishment in Roman law? Imprisonment (jail)