Natural law is that which holds the same force among all mankind.

Explanation

Natural law is universal — it binds every nation and every court, and no legislature can override it.

Where this applies

• Someone argues that a statute overrides a natural right like self-defense.
• A court ignores natural law principles in favor of a recently passed regulation.
• A government claims its laws apply differently to different groups of people.

See also

• 1.1.3 The laws of nature are most perfect and unchangeable.
• 1.5.5 Law is the science of what is good and just.