The law looks forward, but does not look backward.
Lex reprobat moram.
The law reprobates delay.
Lex semper intendit quod convenit rationi.
The law always intends what is agreeable to reason.
Lex spectat naturæ ordinem.
The law regards the order of nature.
Lex uno ore omnes alloquitur.
The law speaks the same language to all.
Lex vult potius malum quam inconveniens.