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rule of law

noun phrase

Definition of rule of law

: a situation in which the laws of a country are obeyed by everyone The courts uphold the rule of law.

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rule of law

Legal Definition of rule of law

1 : an authoritative legal doctrine, principle, or precept applied to the facts of an appropriate case adopting the rule of law that is most persuasive in light of precedent, reason and policy — Wright v. Wright, 904 P.2d 403 (1995)
2 : government by law : adherence to due process of law

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