11 App Features Explained

DEEP EXPLANATIONS OF THE 11 APP FEATURES

Everything you need to know about what makes The-Law-Says.Com revolutionary

1. Comprehensive Coverage That No One Else Has

What It Is:

The-Law-Says.Com provides the most complete legal database available anywhere—completely free. We show ALL 54 U.S. Code Titles with full numerical transparency, meaning you see EVERY chapter number (1, 2, 3, 4, etc.) even if some are reserved or omitted. Competitors hide these gaps, making it look like chapters are missing randomly.

Why It Matters:

  • For Researchers: You need to know if a chapter was intentionally skipped or if you're missing data
  • For Legal Professionals: Understanding the full structure helps with statutory interpretation
  • For Students: You get the complete picture of how federal law is organized

How to Use It:

  1. Go to Federal Laws from the homepage
  2. Click any Title (e.g., Title 7 - Agriculture)
  3. You'll see ALL chapters listed numerically
  4. Reserved chapters are clearly marked with [RESERVED] tags and explanatory notes
  5. Active chapters are clickable and show full law text

What Makes Us Different:

LexisNexis, Westlaw, Cornell LII, Justia, FindLaw: None show reserved chapters. They jump from Chapter 1 to Chapter 6 with no explanation, making it confusing.

The-Law-Says.Com: We show Chapters 1, 2 [RESERVED], 3 [RESERVED], 4 [RESERVED], 5 [RESERVED], 6, etc. with notes explaining why they're reserved.

Arizona Laws:

We're the ONLY platform with:

  • State Statutes: Complete Arizona Revised Statutes
  • 15 County Ordinances: Maricopa, Pima, Pinal, etc.
  • 90+ Municipal Codes: Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, etc.
  • 22 Federally Recognized Tribal Nations: With profiles, governance info, contact details, and tribal codes

No competitor has this multi-jurisdictional depth—especially not for free!

2. Accessibility Features That Are Revolutionary

What It Is:

Every single element on our website has a Text-to-Speech (TTS) button with a speaker icon 🔊. Click it, and the text is read aloud to you instantly.

Where TTS Is Available:

  • Every law title (e.g., "Title 18 - Crimes and Criminal Procedure")
  • Every chapter heading
  • Every section of law
  • Footer copyright text
  • "Under Construction" boxes
  • Navigation buttons ("Back" and "Forward")
  • Law of the Day feature
  • State and county names

Who Benefits:

  • People with Developmental Disorders: Dyslexia, autism, ADHD—hearing text helps with comprehension
  • Non-Native English Speakers: Hear how legal terms are pronounced correctly
  • Visually Impaired Users: Screen reader compatibility + built-in audio
  • People with Reading Difficulties: Audio reinforces written content
  • Audio Learners: Some people absorb information better by listening
  • Elderly Users: Larger text + audio reduces eye strain
  • Multitaskers: Listen to laws while driving, cooking, or working out

How to Use It:

  1. Navigate to any law section
  2. Look for the red speaker icon (🔊) next to any text
  3. Click the icon
  4. The text will be read aloud using your device's built-in voice
  5. Click again to stop the audio

Why This Is Revolutionary:

Competitors: None have built-in TTS. You'd need expensive assistive technology software.

Us: Every page, every section, every button has TTS—at no extra cost.

3. Offline-First Architecture (30-Day Local Cache)

What It Is:

Once you visit a law page, the full text is automatically saved to your device's local storage for 30 days. You can access it again without an internet connection.

How It Works:

  • First Visit: You click on a law (e.g., "Title 18, Chapter 1, Section 3")
  • Data Downloaded: The app fetches the full text from the government source
  • Cached Locally: The text is saved in your browser's localStorage
  • Offline Access: If you return within 30 days, it loads instantly—even without internet

Why 30 Days?

  • Fresh Data: Laws can change. After 30 days, the app fetches updated text automatically.
  • Bandwidth Savings: You don't re-download the same law repeatedly.
  • Compliance: Ensures you're always viewing current law.

How to Use It:

  1. Online: Visit any law section you need (e.g., Arizona Title 13, Chapter 11)
  2. Wait for Load: The law text appears (usually 1-3 seconds)
  3. Offline: Turn off WiFi/data or go to a remote area
  4. Revisit: Navigate back to that same law
  5. Instant Load: The law appears immediately from cache—no internet needed!

Who Benefits:

  • Rural Users: Unreliable internet? No problem.
  • Travelers: Need laws abroad without international data? We've got you.
  • Emergency Responders: Access laws during disasters when networks are down.
  • Data-Limited Users: Save money by not re-downloading the same content.

Competitors:

LexisNexis, Westlaw, Justia, FindLaw: Require constant internet. No offline mode.

Us: Full offline access for 30 days—automatically.

4. Save & Compare Laws Feature (Pro - $9.99/mo)

What It Is:

Free users can save up to 10 laws. Pro subscribers ($9.99/month) get unlimited saves AND automatic version tracking. If that law changes, we detect it and show you a side-by-side comparison of the old vs. new version.

How to Use It:

Save a Law:

  1. Go to any law section (e.g., "Title 42, Chapter 21 - Civil Rights")
  2. Click the heart icon (❤️) in the top-right corner
  3. The law is saved to your account with a timestamp

View Saved Laws:

  1. Click Saved Laws from the homepage
  2. See all your saved laws listed with dates

Check for Updates:

  1. Click "Check for Updates" on any saved law
  2. If the law changed, you'll see a message: "This law has been updated!"

Compare Versions:

  • Historical Version: The original text you saved (displayed in gray)
  • Current Version: The updated text (displayed in white)
  • Both versions are shown side-by-side for easy comparison

Delete Historical Version:

  • If you only want the current version, click "Delete Historical Version"
  • This removes the old text and keeps only the current law

Why This Matters:

  • Legal Research: Track how laws evolve over time
  • Compliance: Know when regulations change so you can update policies
  • Case Law: Understand which version of a law applied at a specific date
  • Education: Study legislative history and statutory interpretation

Competitors:

LexisNexis/Westlaw: Charge $500+/month for version tracking

Free Sites: Don't have save/compare features at all

Us: Just $9.99/month for unlimited saves and version tracking—90% cheaper than competitors!

5. Mobile-First, Smartphone Design

What It Is:

Our entire app is designed like a native smartphone app—not a desktop website shrunk down. Every button, every page, every interaction is optimized for touch screens and mobile devices.

Design Features:

  • Pure Black Background: Reduces eye strain and saves battery on OLED screens
  • Red Accents: High contrast for readability (red buttons, borders, headings)
  • Large Touch Targets: Buttons are big enough to tap easily (no tiny links!)
  • Fixed Header/Footer: Navigation stays at the top and bottom—always accessible
  • Scrollable Content: Smooth scrolling with thumb-friendly zones
  • Bold Arial Font: Clean, easy-to-read typography
  • No Clutter: Simple, focused layouts—no ads, no pop-ups, no distractions

How to Use It:

  • On Mobile: Just open https://the-law-says.com on your phone—it works perfectly
  • On Desktop: It still works great, but the layout is optimized for mobile

Why This Matters:

  • Real-World Use: Most people need legal info when they're at the DMV, in a government office, during a traffic stop, or in court—not at a desktop computer
  • Speed: Mobile-first design loads faster on phones
  • Accessibility: Larger buttons are easier for people with motor impairments

Competitors:

LexisNexis, Westlaw, Cornell LII: Desktop-first designs with tiny text and cluttered interfaces

Us: Built for mobile from day one—clean, fast, and thumb-friendly!

6. Accessible Pricing - Free & Pro Tiers

What It Is:

We offer two tiers: A comprehensive FREE tier that provides essential legal research tools, and an affordable PRO tier ($9.99/month) with advanced features—90% cheaper than competitors.

Free Tier Includes:

  • All 54 U.S. Code Titles (complete federal laws)
  • U.S. Constitution (interactive with TTS)
  • Arizona State Laws (complete statutes)
  • 15 Arizona Counties (ordinances)
  • 90+ Arizona Municipalities (city codes)
  • 22 Tribal Nations (profiles + codes)
  • Search Functionality (up to 100 results per query)
  • Save up to 10 laws
  • Citation Tools (Bluebook, APA, MLA, Chicago)
  • Offline Access for 5 laws (30-day caching)
  • TTS on Every Page (accessibility features)

Pro Tier ($9.99/mo) Adds:

  • Unlimited saved laws
  • Version tracking & comparison
  • AI Legal Assistant (100 queries/month)
  • PDF Export (download any law)
  • Unlimited offline sync
  • Priority support

How to Get Started:

  1. Go to https://the-law-says.com
  2. Click "Sign Up Free"
  3. Enter your email and create a password
  4. Start with the free tier—upgrade anytime for advanced features

Competitor Pricing:

  • LexisNexis: $100-$500/month
  • Westlaw: $89-$450/month
  • Fastcase: $65-$995/year
  • Casetext: $65-$129/month
  • The-Law-Says.Com Free: $0/month
  • The-Law-Says.Com Pro: $9.99/month (90% cheaper!)

Our Philosophy:

We believe legal information is a fundamental right, not a luxury. Our free tier ensures everyone has access to the laws that govern their lives. Our affordable Pro tier makes advanced features accessible to those who need more—without breaking the bank.

7. Advanced Search Across All Jurisdictions

What It Is:

Search federal AND state laws simultaneously with one query. Filter by jurisdiction, rank by relevance, and get up to 100 results.

How to Use It:

From Homepage:

  1. Enter your search query in the red search bar
  2. Select "Federal", "Arizona", or "Both"
  3. Click the search icon (🔍)

From Any Page:

  • Use the search bar at the top of the screen
  • Results appear ranked by relevance

Example Searches:

  • "Animal cruelty" → Returns federal and Arizona laws on animal abuse
  • "Business licensing" → Returns municipal codes for licenses
  • "Tribal sovereignty" → Returns tribal law profiles and codes

Search Features:

  • Keyword Matching: Finds exact words and phrases
  • Relevance Ranking: Best matches appear first
  • Jurisdiction Filtering: Choose federal, state, county, municipal, or tribal
  • Mobile-Optimized: Fast loading even on slow connections

Competitors:

Free Sites: Basic keyword search only—no filtering, no ranking

Paid Sites: Charge extra for "advanced search" features

Us: Full advanced search—100% free!

8. Professional Citation Tools

What It Is:

Generate properly formatted legal citations in 4 academic styles: Bluebook, APA, MLA, and Chicago. Copy with one click.

How to Use It:

Navigate to Any Law:

Go to a specific law section (e.g., "Title 18, Chapter 1, Section 3")

Access Citation Tools:

  • Scroll to the bottom of the law text
  • Look for the "Citation Tools" section

Select Format:

  • Bluebook: For legal briefs and court documents
  • APA: For social science papers and psychology research
  • MLA: For humanities papers and English essays
  • Chicago: For history papers and book manuscripts

Copy Citation:

Click "Copy to Clipboard" and paste into your document

Additional Options:

  • Print: Print-friendly view for physical copies
  • PDF Export: Download the law as a PDF
  • Share Link: Send the law URL to others

Example Citations:

Bluebook:

18 U.S.C. § 3 (2024)

APA:

United States Code, Title 18, Section 3 (2024). Accessory after the fact.

MLA:

"Accessory after the fact." Title 18, Section 3, United States Code, 2024.

Chicago:

United States Code, title 18, § 3 (2024).

Who Benefits:

  • Students: Cite laws correctly in research papers
  • Lawyers: Format citations for briefs and motions
  • Journalists: Reference laws accurately in articles
  • Researchers: Include proper legal citations in academic work

Competitors:

Most Sites: Don't provide citation tools at all

Those That Do: Only offer Bluebook format

Us: 4 formats + one-click copy + PDF export!

9. Enhanced AI Legal Assistant (Pro - $9.99/mo)

What It Is:

Pro subscribers get 100 AI queries per month with an AI-powered chatbot that explains complex legal language in plain English. Ask questions about any law, and get instant, context-aware answers. At just $9.99/month, this is 90% cheaper than competitor AI services!

How to Use It:

Access the Assistant:

  • Click "AI Assistant" from the homepage
  • Or use the assistant icon on any law page

Ask Questions:

  • "What does this law mean?" → Get a plain English summary
  • "How do I comply with this?" → Get step-by-step instructions
  • "What are the penalties?" → Get consequences explained
  • "Does this apply to me?" → Get personalized context

Context-Aware:

  • If you're viewing a specific law, the AI knows which one you're asking about
  • It references the exact statute in its answer

Examples:

You're viewing: Title 18, Chapter 1, Section 3 (Accessory after the fact)

You ask: "What's an accessory after the fact?"

AI explains: "An accessory after the fact is someone who helps a criminal AFTER a crime has been committed. For example, if your friend robs a store and you later help them hide the stolen goods, you could be charged as an accessory. The penalties depend on the severity of the original crime."

Why This Is Revolutionary:

  • LexisNexis AI: $100+/month extra
  • Westlaw AI: $100+/month extra
  • Free Sites: No AI at all
  • Us: Just $9.99/month with Pro subscription—90% cheaper than competitors!

⚠️ Limitations:

  • Not Legal Advice: The AI provides general information, not personalized legal counsel
  • Consult a Lawyer: For specific cases, always consult a licensed attorney

10. Folders, Tags & Notes (Database Ready)

What It Is:

Organize your saved laws into custom folders, add tags for easy searching, and attach personal notes to any law.

How to Use It:

Create Folders:

  1. Go to "Saved Laws"
  2. Click "Create Folder"
  3. Name it (e.g., "Criminal Law Research" or "Business Compliance")

Add Laws to Folders:

  • Save a law (heart icon ❤️)
  • Assign it to a folder
  • Laws can be in multiple folders

Add Tags:

  1. Click on a saved law
  2. Add tags (e.g., "traffic," "employment," "tribal")
  3. Search by tag later

Add Notes:

  • Click "Add Note" on any saved law
  • Write your personal thoughts, case references, or reminders
  • Pin important notes to the top

Pin Notes:

  • Click "Pin This Note" to keep it at the top of your list
  • Great for frequently referenced laws

Why This Matters:

  • Legal Research: Build your own personal legal library
  • Compliance Tracking: Organize laws by department or regulation type
  • Bar Exam Prep: Study efficiently with organized notes
  • Case Management: Track relevant statutes for active cases

Competitors:

High-End Services: Only expensive paid services have organizational tools

Free Sites: No organization features whatsoever

Us: Full folder/tag/note system—100% FREE!

11. 'Law of the Day' Feature

What It Is:

Every day, we feature one interesting, unusual, or historically significant law on the homepage. Learn something new every time you visit!

How to Use It:

Visit Homepage:

  • Go to https://the-law-says.com
  • See the "Law of the Day" section

Read the Feature:

  • Today's law is displayed with a brief description
  • Includes "fun facts" and historical context

Listen with TTS:

Click the speaker icon (🔊) to hear it read aloud

Learn More:

  • Click "Read Full Law" to see the complete statute
  • Save it to your account if you want

Example Laws:

  • Title 18, Section 175: Prohibits biological weapons (fascinating history about anthrax attacks)
  • Title 26, Section 5845: Defines machine guns for tax purposes (NFA trivia)
  • Arizona Title 13, Section 2921: Defines "deadly weapon" (surprising items included!)

Why This Is Unique:

  • Educational: Learn about laws you'd never encounter otherwise
  • Engaging: Makes legal education fun and accessible
  • Daily Content: Something new every day keeps users coming back

Competitors:

No One Else Does This: No other legal platform has a "Law of the Day" feature

Us: We make legal education engaging and entertaining!

🎯 The-Law-Says.Com Is Not Just Better Than The Rest!
It Is in a League of Its Own!

100% FREE • 100% Accessible • 100% Comprehensive