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lex non scripta

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A quick definition of lex non scripta:

Term: LEX NON SCRIPTA

Definition: Lex non scripta means "unwritten law" in Latin. It refers to common law, which includes customs and local laws, as opposed to statutory law, which is written down. In simpler terms, it is the laws that are not written down but are still followed by people. This is different from lex scripta, which refers to written laws.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Lex non scripta is a Latin term that means "unwritten law." It refers to common law, including customs and local laws, as distinguished from statutory law.

For example, in some rural areas, there may be unwritten rules about how disputes are resolved or how property is divided. These customs and traditions are considered part of the lex non scripta.

The term is often used in contrast to lex scripta, which refers to written laws, such as statutes and regulations.

Overall, lex non scripta refers to the informal, unwritten rules and customs that govern behavior in a particular community or society.

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