Abstract Right
/ˈæb.strækt raɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A theoretical legal right not tied to a specific case or factual situation, abstracted from particular conditions or facts.
The concept of an abstract right underpins many foundational legal theories.
Forms
- abstract rights
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Commentary
The term is often used in legal philosophy and theory to distinguish rights conceived independently of concrete application, which can influence the framing of statutes or constitutional provisions.
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