Use the databases below to search legal resources.

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Bankruptcy Code
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Cornell University index of U.S. Bankruptcy code.
🌐 www.law.cornell.edu
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Chicago School of Law Databases
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University of Chicago School of Law databases.
🌐 www.lib.uchicago.edu
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Legal Citations Handbook
Official Free
Cornell University Law School online handbook for purposes, types, and examples of Legal Citations.
🌐 www.law.cornell.edu
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Legal Ethics
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Cornell School of Law American Legal Ethics Library.
🌐 www.law.cornell.edu
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Legislation
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U.S. Library of Congress database for United States Legislation.
🌐 www.congress.gov
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World Legal Information Institute | U.S. Legal Databases
Official Free
Search by phrase, keyword, document title, or browse by category for legal information in the United States.
🌐 www.worldlii.org
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Frequently Asked Questions

Start with the primary database listed above. Each system is specialized — use the Returns vs Excludes table to identify which one matches your needs.
Federal databases only cover federal-level data. If you need state or county records, go to the specific state page. Federal and state systems are completely separate.
No. Each federal agency maintains its own system independently. You must search the specific agency that handles the record type you need.

Other Federal Databases

All Nationwide Records Bankruptcies Securities Census Most Wanted
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