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ITA LEX SCRIPTA EST

Categories: Property

Definition (1910 Edition)

Lat. So the law is written. Dig. 40, 9, 12. The law must be obeyed notwithstanding the apparent rigor of its application. 3 Bl. Comm. 4380. We must be content with the law as it stands, without inquiring into its reasons. 1 Bi.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.