state law

American  

[steyt law] / ˈsteɪt ˈlɔ /

noun

1. in the United States or any country comprising quasi-autonomous states, a law or body of laws passed by the legislature of a state.

   Evidence that would be admissible in court under the federal constitution might be inadmissible under state law.

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Example Sentences

He pointed to a 1999 state law granting Hood County’ special powers to protect the watershed feeding Lake Granbury and the Brazos River in unincorporated areas.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Kelver’s attorney argues that she acted squarely within state law.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

Under current state law, Californians are required to provide identification when registering to vote and must swear under penalty of perjury, a felony, that they are eligible to vote and are U.S. citizens.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The first is a provision allowed under the state law of Texas, where SpaceX is legally based, which prevents lawsuits from shareholders collectively representing less than 3% of the stock issued.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

A local physician attended, too, because state law required a licensed New Jersey doctor to be present.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow