Pseudolaw Project

The Pseudolaw Project investigates how those sometimes called "sovereign citizens” or “freemen” use law and what this says about our legal system. Adherents appear in traffic stops, council chambers, the tax office, and every other public institution. They rely on stories of secret laws, hidden rights, and corrupt governments, leading them into costly legal troubles that strain courts and public agencies. Our work explores where these ideas come from, how they spread, what their appeal is (when they never succeed in court), their impact, and how the law can better communicate in response. The Project aims to rebuild trust in legal institutions and ensure that law remains accessible and fair for everyone.