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NeCede's

Maxim 8.1.24

The practice of the Court is the law of the Court.

Cursus curiae est lex curiae.

Source: 3 Buls. 53; Jackson; Weisman, 65j Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

The established practice and procedure of a court constitutes its governing rule — parties must conform to the court's customary course of proceeding.

Where this applies

  • The court has always done things a certain way — that practice becomes the rule.
  • This court's customary procedure governs how cases are handled here.

Legal domains

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 8.1.24 — The practice of the Court is the law of the Court. — 3 Buls. 53; Jackson; Weisman, 65j (Cursus curiae est lex curiae.)

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