Ius non scriptum
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Ius non scriptum is Latin
for "unwritten law". It contrasts with the ius scriptum
("written law") by way of their sources (e.g. a legislature, court judgments, or custom). The ius non scriptum was the body of common laws that arose from customary practice. It had become binding over time.
Latin
Latin is an Italic language originally spoken in Latium and Ancient Rome. It, along with most European languages, is a descendant of the ancient Proto-Indo-European language. Although it is considered a dead language, a number of scholars and members of the Christian clergy speak it fluently, and...
for "unwritten law". It contrasts with the ius scriptum
Ius scriptum
Ius scriptum is Latin for "written law". Ius scriptum was the body of statute laws made by the legislature. The laws were known as leges and plebiscita...
("written law") by way of their sources (e.g. a legislature, court judgments, or custom). The ius non scriptum was the body of common laws that arose from customary practice. It had become binding over time.