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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.147

Nobody need be wiser than the laws.

Neminem oportet esse sapientiorem legibus.

Source: Co. Litt. 97; Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

No individual is expected to exceed the wisdom of the law — a party who acts in conformity with the law has done all that can be required of him.

Where this applies

  • A person is accused of not being wise enough to understand a legal rule.
  • Someone says they should not be held to a standard higher than what the law itself provides.

Legal domains

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.147 — Nobody need be wiser than the laws. — Co. Litt. 97; Jackson (Neminem oportet esse sapientiorem legibus.)

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