To Kill a Mockingbird

Whats the difference between a law and a code? In your opinion, which is more powerful?

Mayella has committed crimes against Tom and against the state (false accusation, lying under oath, even "murder" of an innocent man) because she is ashamed of breaking a "code" and "tempting a Negro."

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A law is a written law citing the expectant conduct for members of society. Laws also have accompanying punishments for when an individual fails to follow the law, as well. A code is different, in that codes are unwritten but important sets of conventional expectations that apply to the members of a group or societies. Codes are generally honor based.

The second part of your question call for your opinion.... there is no right or wrong answer.

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