Legal Norm
/ˈliːɡəl nɔːrm/
Definitions
- (n.) A general rule or standard established by a competent authority that regulates conduct within a legal system.
The legal norm mandates that contracts must be honored in good faith.
- (n.) A principle or criterion that guides judicial decisions and shapes the application of the law.
Judges often rely on legal norms to interpret statutes consistently.
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Commentary
Legal norms encompass both written laws and unwritten rules; clarity in drafting distinguishes enforceable norms from mere guidelines.
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