court of law

noun

1. a duly instituted organ of the government that administers justice, whether on the basis of legislation, previous court decisions, or other authoritative services.

2. a court administering the rules developed by such organs as distinguished from the rules and principles developed and administered in courts of equity.

Example Sentences

Lynching’s grotesque aim is only partly punishment, the arrogance of judgment not determined by a court of law against a claimed transgressor.

From Los Angeles Times

Nigeria's Supreme Court has in the past ruled that blasphemy allegations must be proven in a court of law.

From BBC

"We've always said that we are going to continue to fight in the court of law," she added.

From BBC

“This is not a political matter — this is a case of a violent assault that was resolved in the court of law.”

From Los Angeles Times

"The administration will now have to make its case in the court of law, as it should have all along."

From BBC