You've Been Served...With an EU Regulation? How to Cite Those Beasts in MLA!
Let's face it, wading through legalese can be drier than a week-old baguette. But fear not, intrepid researcher, for even the EU regulation labyrinth has a path out, and this guide will be your Ariadne's thread (that's a fancy mythology reference for those unfamiliar with buff dudes and minotaurs).
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First Things First: You've Got Mail (Sort Of)
EU regulations live in a special place called the Official Journal of the European Union (don't worry, it sounds a lot more intimidating than it is). This is basically the EU's bulletin board where they post all the important stuff. You'll need the following information to properly cite your regulation:
- Year: This one's a no-brainer.
- Regulation Number: They come in a snazzy format like "Council Regulation (EU) 2018/576" - snazzy, right?
- Optional: You can also include the title of the regulation for extra clarity.
Remember: There are two different numbering systems depending on when the regulation was published. Pre-2015? Number first, year second. Fresh out of the oven (post-2015)? Year first, number second.
Putting it All Together: The Citation Symphony
Now that you've gathered your intel, it's time to craft that MLA masterpiece. Here's the format:
QuickTip: Reflect before moving to the next part.
- In-text citation: (Council Regulation [EU] 2018/576, Art. 3)
- Full reference list: European Union. Council Regulation (EU) 2018/576 of the European Parliament and of the Council of [date], [Title]. Official Journal of the European Union, L [issue number], pp. [page numbers].
Bold and Underlined: Notice how the European Union is bolded, and the date and Title are underlined? These are placeholders you'll need to fill in with the specific info from your regulation.
But Wait, There's More! (Optional Fun Stuff)
If you're feeling fancy, you can also include the OJ C/L/CE designation after the issue number. This tells folks which specific series the regulation appeared in (think of it as different sections of the Official Journal).
Bonus Tip: Feeling overwhelmed by legalese? Don't fret! Many libraries and universities offer fantastic citation guides specifically for legal resources.
Reminder: Take a short break if the post feels long.
Frequently Asked Regulations (FAQ)
How to Find the Official Journal?
The Official Journal is readily available online https://eur-lex.europa.eu/oj/direct-access.html.
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How to Find the Date of a Regulation?
Tip: Highlight what feels important.
Look for the date published at the beginning of the regulation document.
How to Find the Title of a Regulation?
The title is usually displayed prominently at the top of the regulation document.
Tip: Train your eye to catch repeated ideas.
How to Find the Article Number?
Articles are numbered within the regulation itself. Look for "Article" followed by a number (e.g., Article 3).
How to Deal with Super Long Titles?
If the title is monstrously long, you can shorten it for your citation, but make sure it accurately reflects the content.
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