How to Cite Legislation in Chicago
Acts and statutes, cited by short title, year and jurisdiction. This page follows Chicago 18th edition (notes and bibliography), 18th edition (2024).
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- The short title is set out in section 1 of most Acts.
Required in most styles: short title of the act, year.
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What do I need to cite legislation in Chicago?
At minimum: short title of the act, year. The short title is set out in section 1 of most Acts.
What does legislation look like in Chicago?
Bibliography entry: Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Footnote: Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), § 6.
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