In dictionaries:
the law
Rules governing society's conduct standards.
law of
international law
Rules governing relations between states.
a law
Rule enforced by legal authority.
common law
Law developed by court decisions.
by law
Mandated or regulated under legislation.
law enforcement
Authority enforcing legal rules, regulations.
law school
Institution for legal education, training.
in law
Related by marriage, not blood.
criminal law
Law governing crime and punishment.
state law
Legislation enacted by state governments.
law review
Scholarly journal for legal research.
natural law
Universal moral principles governing behavior.
public law
Law governing state and society.
civil law
Legal system based on codification.
case law
Judicial decisions interpreting statutory law.
martial law
Military control over civilian population.
law firm
Professional business providing legal services.
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