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A '''Juris Doctor''' (Doctor of Law), or J.D., is the [[degree]] necessary for someone to pass the bar exam, which is required to practice [[law]] in [[America]] and other countries. A [[bachelor's degree]] is generally required prior to studying for J.D., which typically takes 3 years to earn, full time.  

In the United States, a Juris Doctor is a first professional degree that is usually a prerequisite to [[bar admission]]. While commonly referred to as a "Doctor of Law", some law schools refer to it as a Doctor of Jurisprudence. The degree is conferred after a three year course of study at a law school, which will generally require a undergraduate degree for admission. Many state bars have set stringent requirements for amount and content of instruction, leading to standardization of curriculum among schools.  

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