What this site covers
The codified general and permanent laws of the United States
This site is focused on the U.S. Code itself: titles, chapters, subchapters, parts, and sections, with direct links to codified statutory text.
United States Code
US Code
Browse the United States Code by title, chapter, and section, and use stable citation-based URLs for federal statutory text.
Common citation patterns
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Examples: 5 U.S.C. § 552, 18 U.S.C. § 3663A, Title 16.
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Each title page links deeper into the hierarchy so you can move from title to part, chapter, subchapter, and section without losing context.
How to use the U.S. Code
Read by hierarchy or by citation
The site is organized for legal research and reference: browse a title when you know the subject area, or use direct section citations when you already know the statute you need.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the U.S. Code
What is the United States Code?
The United States Code is the official subject-based compilation of the general and permanent federal statutes of the United States, organized by title, chapter, and section.
How do I use this site to find a law?
You can browse by title, chapter, and section, or go directly to a citation such as 5 U.S.C. 552 by using the site’s canonical title and section URLs.
How current is the text on this site?
This site is publishing release 119-83, labeled Public Law 119-83 (04/13/2026).
Does this site include public law PDFs?
Yes. Public law PDF links are available under the statutes paths used on the site, so users can open linked PDF versions alongside codified text.