LETTER OF THE LAW
letter of the law.The strictly literal meaning of the law, rather than the intention or policy behind it. — Also termed litera legis. Cf. SPIRIT OF THE LAW . [Cases: Statutes 183. C.J.S. Statutes § 317.]
[Blacks Law 8th]
letter of the law.The strictly literal meaning of the law, rather than the intention or policy behind it. — Also termed litera legis. Cf. SPIRIT OF THE LAW . [Cases: Statutes 183. C.J.S. Statutes § 317.]
[Blacks Law 8th]