Customary law is typically applied by local communities and traditional authorities who recognize and enforce these unwritten rules based on long-standing practices and cultural norms. In some countries, customary law operates alongside formal legal systems and may be applied by courts, particularly in matters related to family law, land rights, and local governance. It is often recognized by national legal systems to varying degrees, depending on the jurisdiction. Ultimately, the application of customary law depends on the social context and the acceptance of these norms by the community.
Customary law
Customary law is based on customs and traditions of a particular community, often passed down orally, whereas common law is based on judicial decisions and precedent established by courts. Customary law is specific to a particular community, while common law is more standardized and applies broadly within a jurisdiction.
Common law is the law that applies where there is no specific act of Congress or Parliament that applies to a situation. It is based upon the common and customary law as developed in England over the centuries, and more recently in the US and other places where it is used in the legal system. Statutory Law is the system of laws (acts) passed by Congress or a Parliament. Since most countries have passed workplace health and safety acts, Common Law no longer applies. The specific Acts apply (Statutory Law applies)
Chike Akosa has written: 'Know your customary law through customary court judgements' -- subject(s): Cases, Customary law
Kris Onubuleze has written: 'Customary law in Nigeria' -- subject(s): Customary law
The existence of legislation is essentially de jure whereas customary law exists de facto.Legislation grows out of the theoretical principles but customary law grows out of practise and long existence.legislation as a source is historically much latter as compared to customary law which is oldest form of law.Legislation is an essential characteristic of modern society whereas the customary law has developed through primitive society.legislation is complete, precise, written in form and easily accessible,whereas customary law is mostly unwritten and is difficult to trace.
Aharon Layish has written: 'Legal documents from the Judean desert' -- subject(s): Bedouin Law, Customary law, Wilderness of Judaea, Customary law (Islamic law) 'Divorce in the Libyan family' -- subject(s): Customary law, Divorce (Islamic law)
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Common Law
State law and customary law are two distinct but interconnected legal systems. State law is formally enacted and codified by legislative bodies, while customary law emerges from established practices and traditions within a community. In many jurisdictions, customary law can be recognized and integrated into the state legal framework, provided it does not conflict with constitutional or statutory provisions. The relationship can vary significantly based on cultural, historical, and legal contexts, with some states fully incorporating customary law and others rejecting it.
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Hezron Randa has written: 'Problems of interaction between English imposed system of law and Luo customary law in Kenya' -- subject- s -: Common law, Customary law, Law, Luo - Kenya and Tanzania -