PTL Introduction Flashcards
Law in its general and abstract sense.
Derecho
Law in its specific and concrete sense.
Ley
It is the science of moral laws founded on the rational nature of man that governs his free activity for the realization of the individual and social ends under an aspect of mutual conditional dependence.
Law in its general and abstract sense (derecho).
Defined as a rule of conduct, just, and obligatory, promulgated by legitimate authority, and of common observance and benefit
Law in its specific and concrete sense (ley).
A law which creates, defines and regulates rights, or which regulates the rights and duties which give rise to a cause of action.
As to purpose: Substantive Law
A law which provides the method of aiding and protecting certain rights.
As to purpose: Adjective Law
A law which applies to all of the people of the state or all of a particular class of persons in the state, with equal force and obligation. Exe. Criminal Law, International Law, Political Law.
As to scope: General or Public Law
A law dealing with crimes and their punishment, as well as the procedure for that purpose.
As to scope: Criminal Law
Body of rules or principles of action governing the relations between States.
As to scope: International Law
Law regulating the relations sustained by the inhabitants of the territory to the sovereign.
As to scope: Political Law
A law which relates to particular persons or things of a class. Exe. Civil Law, Maritime Law, Mercantile Law.
As to scope: Specific or Private Law
The mass of precepts which determines and regulates those relations of assistance, authority, and obedience existing among members of a family and those which exist among members of society for the protection of private interest.
As to scope: Civil Law
The law dealing with commerce by sea involves regulations of ships and harbors and the status of seamen.
As to scope: Maritime Law
The law of commercial transactions derived from the law of merchants which includes, commercial paper, insurance and other types of agency.
As to scope: Mercantile Law
Defined as the custom or practice of traveling for pleasure, as well as the promotion by establishment of countries to attract tourists.
Tourism