Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
statutory-law
noun
/ˌstætʃ.ə.tɔːr.i lɔː/
Definition
Statutory law refers to laws that are enacted by a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.
Examples
- In many countries, statutory law governs various aspects of civil rights.
- The new statutory law was passed to protect consumers from unfair practices.
- Statutory law requires that all businesses follow specific health and safety regulations.
Meaning
These laws are written and adopted as formal statutes, as opposed to regulations or judicial decisions.
Synonyms
- legislative law
- enacted law
- written law
