Legal Definitions - Hermogenian Code

The Hermogenian Code, also known as Codex Hermogenianus, is a collection of imperial constitutions compiled by the Roman jurist Hermogenianus and published in A.D. 295. It is a supplement to the Codex Gregorianus, which is another collection of Roman laws.

For example, if a legal case arose in ancient Rome, a judge might consult the Hermogenian Code to find relevant laws and precedents to help make a decision.

The Hermogenian Code was an important source of Roman law and helped shape legal systems throughout Europe and beyond.