Wisconsin Statutes 702.19 – Matters governed by common law
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Terms Used In Wisconsin Statutes 702.19
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
As to all matters within the scope of those sections of ch. 232, 1963 stats., which have been repealed, and not within this chapter or any other applicable statute, the common law is to govern. This section is not intended to restrict in any manner the meaning of any provision of this chapter or any other applicable statute.