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Many countries use two main types of laws. 'common law' and 'statute law.

What is the difference between 'common law' and 'statute law'?

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Common law is defined as law that has been developed on the basis of preceding rulings by judges. Statutory laws are written laws passed by legislature and government of a country and those which have been accepted by the society.

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