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How do I cite a legal source in MLA?

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Answer

The MLA Style Center has examples of commonly-cited legal sources to Documenting Legal Works in MLA Style: 

  • United States Supreme Court Decisions

  • United States Supreme Court Dissenting Opinions

  • Federal Statutes (United States Code)

  • Public Laws

  • Federal Appeals Court Decisions

  • Federal Bills

  • Hearings

  • Executive Orders

  • State Court of Appeals, Unpublished Decisions

  • State Senate Bills

  • Constitutions

  • Treaties

  • International Governing Bodies


Links & Files

  • MLA Citation Guide Opens in new window
  • Paralegal Research Guide Opens in new window
  • Documenting Legal Works in MLA Style: MLA Style Center Opens in new window


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