In this article, we will discuss the types of laws and the differences between them. Although it is possible to classify laws according to various criteria such as their content, method of enactment, duration of validity, and legal effects, we have chosen to classify them as follows in order to provide a comprehensive overview of the subject.

Constituent Laws: These are laws that determine the fundamental structure of the state and the basic rights and freedoms of individuals, and are at the top of the hierarchy of norms. (e.g. Turkish Constitution No. 2709)

Codified Laws: These are comprehensive laws that regulate all rules in a specific area.(e.g.Turkish Penal Code No.5237)

Ordinary Laws: These are laws adopted by Parliament in accordance with general legislative procedures, regulating various aspects of daily life and serving as a source for other subordinate regulations such as regulations. (e.g. Urban Planning Law No. 3194)

Principle Laws: These are laws that leave detailed regulations to the executive branch and determine fundamental principles and objectives. (e.g. National Education Basic Law No. 1739)

Authorisation Laws: These are laws that grant the Parliament the authority to regulate specific subjects, scope and duration. (e.g. Authorisation Law on Amendments to Certain Laws on Civil Servants and Other Public Officials No. 4639)

Budget Laws: These are laws that regulate the state's annual income and expenditure and spending authority. (e.g. Law No. 7535 on the 2025 Central Administration Budget)

Approval Laws: These are laws enacted to make international agreements valid under domestic law. (e.g. Law No. 7492 on the Approval of the Protocol on the Accession of the Kingdom of Sweden to the North Atlantic Treaty)

Institutional Laws: Laws regulating the establishment, duties and powers of various institutions. (e.g. Law No. 2797 on the Court of Cassation)

Temporary Laws: These are laws enacted for a specific event, person or situation, or to remain in force for a temporary period. (e.g. Law No. 7244 on Mitigating the Economic and Social Impacts of the Novel Coronavirus Outbreak)

Framework Laws: These are laws that amend certain existing laws. (e.g. Law No. 7531 on Amendments to Certain Laws)

Increasing awareness of the different types of laws will facilitate access to information in this area and help develop legal awareness in society.