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What is statutory law

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Statutory law is written law passed by a body of legislature

An example is: A police officer pulls you over, and you are given a citation for violating the speed limit.

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Statutory law or statute law is written law passed by a body of legislature. This is as opposed to oral or customary law or regulatory law promulgated by the executive or common law of the judiciary. Statutes may originate with national, state legislatures or local municipalities.

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