statute law

American  

noun

1. statutory law.

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statute law British  

noun

1. a law enacted by a legislative body

2. a particular example of this

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Etymology

Origin of statute law

First recorded in 1605–15

Example Sentences

"Statute law is much more under the noses of the judiciary and the prosecutors and the defence."

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2020

Statute law consists of the acts passed by legislative assemblies.

From Elements of Civil Government by Peterman, Alexander L.

Statute law might declare a sheep to be equal to a horse, but no power on earth could make it pull as much.

From Rural Health and Welfare by Fairchild, George Thompson

And we would also venture to inquire, what is the married woman’s protection under such a Statute law?

From Marital Power Exemplified in Mrs. Packard's Trial, and Self-Defence from the Charge of Insanity by Packard, Elizabeth Parsons Ware

Statute law will not do it; rights voted him by the State are of small avail; making demands will not secure the desired sesame.

From Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 10 Little Journeys To The Homes Of Great Teachers by Hubbard, Elbert