declaratory theory

The belief that judges’ decisions never make law but instead merely constitute evidence of what the law is.

• This antiquated view — held by such figures as Coke and Blackstone — is no longer accepted.

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资深法律翻译Patrick，毕业于美国顶尖的高级翻译学院，专注翻译各类与资产管理有关的法律文件。