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Terms Used In Michigan Laws 556.129

  • 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 not within this act 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 act or any other applicable statute.