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OSCOLA Citation Generator

Create a practical OSCOLA-style citation for common legal and academic sources, including cases, legislation, books, journal articles and websites.

OSCOLA legal citation

OSCOLA is a legal citation system designed for legal authorities and academic legal writing. Cases, legislation, books, journal articles and online sources are treated differently.

This tool provides a practical formatting starting point. Legal citation requirements can vary by jurisdiction, institution and publication, so the final citation should be checked against the applicable OSCOLA guidance.

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FAQ

Is OSCOLA the same as APA?

No. OSCOLA is specifically designed for legal citation, whereas APA is commonly used in social sciences and related academic fields.

Can this tool cite court cases?

Yes. Select the Case option and enter the relevant party names, year, court and report information.

Should I verify the generated citation?

Yes. Verify the authority and formatting against the relevant jurisdiction, institution or publication requirements.