What source of law is referred to as "discovered law" rather than enacted law?

The term "discovered law" refers to case law, which is developed through judicial decisions and interpretations by the courts rather than being created or enacted by legislative bodies. Case law arises from the outcomes of specific legal disputes and is characterized by the principle of precedent, where past judicial rulings influence future cases. This body of law evolves over time as courts interpret statutes, constitutional provisions, and other legal materials, allowing legal principles to emerge from the judicial process.

In contrast, constitutional law is established through constitutions and outlines the fundamental principles of governance, statutory law is enacted by legislative bodies (congresses and parliaments), and administrative law involves rules and regulations created by government agencies. These forms of law represent codified or prescribed standards and do not fit the definition of "discovered" as they are established through formal legislative or governmental processes.