Legal positivist scholars

Legal positivist scholars believe that laws are rules created and enforced by human authorities, such as governments or courts, rather than being based on moral or natural principles. They argue that the validity of a law depends on its proper creation and recognition within a legal system, not on whether it is just or fair. In essence, legal positivism separates law from morality, emphasizing that laws are valid if they follow established procedures, regardless of their ethical content. This approach helps clarify what constitutes an enforceable law and maintains the rule of authority within legal systems.