Inter arma enim silent leges is a Latin phrase meaning "For among [times of] arms, the laws fall mute," although it is more popularly rendered as "In times of war, the law falls silent."
== In Ancient Rome ==
This maxim was likely first written in these words by Cicero in his published oration Pro Milone, although Cicero's actual wording was "Silent enim leges inter arma.".
At the time when Cicero used this phrase, mob violence was common. Armed gangs led by partisan leaders controlled the streets of Rome, yet such leaders were nevertheless elected to high offices.
== In the United States ==
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