arbitrary law

noun

A legal decision or action that is based on personal discretion rather than established legal principles or facts.

Meanings

nounarbitrary law (plural arbitrary laws)

plural arbitrary laws

  1. lawA legal decision or action that is based on personal discretion rather than established legal principles or facts.
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