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H.L.A. Hart's Correction of John Austin H.L.A. Hart and John Austin remain two of the most prominent figures in the tradition of positive law. John Austin being the earlier of the two developed a rudimentary position towards legal positivism that quickly lost its foothold when applied to common and everyday encounters that characterize a modern and lawful society. Hart the latter of the two, and a positivist by nature similar to Austin, was able to extend and refine Austin's theory of law. Hart's viewpoints were able to correct some of the deficiencies that Austin's original angle posed. A careful and close analysis of the discrepancies between the two positions taken will evidently reveal some of the corrections Hart was able to make. Insight will be placed into Austin's view of being obliged to abide by rules and Hart's opposing theory of obligation geared towards obedience of the law. A look will...

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