The Reception of the French Commercial Law on the Polish Lands in the First Half of the 19th Century
The Reception of the French Commercial Law on the Polish Lands in the First Half of the 19th Century

Summary/Abstract: The French Commercial Code of 1807 (Code de commerce) was in force on the Polish lands for 125 years and originated the functioning of the commercial law in Poland as a separate field, giving birth to many institutions connected therewith. Despite its obvious flaws, it enabled then a step forward in business relations, contrary to the Russian law, even if its potential was partly wasted. The adoption of the French commercial law in the Duchy, however, happened in a specific way. Compared to other acts, it did not arouse too much interest, which was de facto a natural consequence of the contemporary political and social circumstances. Undoubtedly, the character of the reception cast a shadow on the whole period of the presence of the code on the Polish lands. The article provides detailed analysis of the circumstances connected with its introduction.

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