Use the following databases to search by keywords and narrow your results by jurisdiction or practice area.
Available through Westlaw, 50 State Surveys, is a useful tool for comparing state statutes. Use this resource to search for legislation in all 50 states on a particular topic. There are many survey topics offered, and for each, Westlaw provides a linked list to all applicable laws.
State websites make general laws freely accessible online. A Google search for the "general laws of name of state here" is typically effective. Use keywords to locate the applicable legislation. Here are links to a few examples
