Comment la sociologie peut déplier le droit

Abstract

If sociology studies the law, it should focus on its production patterns, on the legal text itself, and on practices – contrary to theories which defend the autonomy of the law, or which study the field of legal professionals. Such a position compels the sociologist to be critical, and to conduct research on issues of which law is only one aspect. Demonstration will be based on three cases : fight against “cults” in France, treatment of dead bodies, and intellectual property.

Keywords

• sociology
• death
• law
• sects
• intellectual property