The Venezuelan legal system is based on civil law, primarily influenced by the Spanish legal system. It consists of various levels of courts, including the Supreme Court, which is the highest authority. Laws are created by the National Assembly and are codified in various legal codes, such as the Civil Code and the Criminal Code. Judicial independence is constitutionally guaranteed, but in practice, the system faces challenges, including political influence and corruption. Legal proceedings can be lengthy, and access to justice may be limited for some citizens. Despite these issues, the system aims to uphold the rule of law and protect individual rights.