Abstract

This study presents an analysis of the historical development of legal sources in Vietnam since 1945. The article examines the defi nition and classifi cation of legal sources, including both substantive and formal sources, and explores developmental stages: the formation of the foundation of revolutionary law (1945–1954), the parallel existence of two legal systems (1954–1975), the period of reunifi cation and mechanism transformation (1975–1986), and the renovation and international integration period (1986–present). The study also evaluates factors infl uencing legal sources, current challenges, and future development trends.

Keywords: Legal sources, Vietnam, legal history, customary law, legal precedents, international integration.