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unwritten constitution

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A quick definition of unwritten constitution:

An unwritten constitution is a set of customs, values, and traditions that provide the fundamental law of a country or state without a single written document functioning as a constitution. In some cases, it may include historical documents, statutes, decrees, conventions, traditions, and royal prerogatives. It may also encompass the implied parts of a written constitution, such as rights, freedoms, and processes considered essential but not explicitly defined in the written document. An unwritten constitution is based on a nation's history of government and institutional development and is often found in countries like Great Britain.

A more thorough explanation:

An unwritten constitution is a collection of customs, values, and traditions that provide the fundamental law of a state or country that does not have a single written document functioning as a constitution. It is different from a written constitution, which is a formal document that outlines the fundamental principles and laws of a nation or state.

For example, the British Constitution is an unwritten constitution that includes historical documents, statutes, decrees, conventions, traditions, and royal prerogatives. It does not have a single written document that outlines its fundamental principles and laws.

Another example of an unwritten constitution is the implied parts of a written constitution. These are the rights, freedoms, and processes considered to be essential but not explicitly defined in the written document. For instance, the U.S. Constitution does not expressly guarantee a right to privacy, but the Supreme Court has declared that the right exists and is protected.

Overall, an unwritten constitution is a flexible system that can adapt to changing circumstances and societal values. It is based on customs and traditions that have evolved over time and are deeply ingrained in the culture of a nation or state.

unus nullus rule | unwritten law

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it means you will not be rejected today and may be accepted or WL in the future
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@HopefullyInLawSchool: what if i already got rejected. does it mean anything
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and the deadline is in like a week what is this
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Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
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