For Black letter law we have a term and definition in Law.

The basic, standard principles of law that are generally known and free from doubt or dispute. Black letter law is not recorded in any one research source, nor is "black letter" a term you will find in most indices. Instead, you will need to research the specific area of law to determine the standard elements. Secondary sources may be your best source for finding the basic elements in a particular field of law.
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