Maxwell argued that there are only two primary types of law on Earth based on physical geography:
: He claimed the word "court" refers to a place where you "play a game" (like basketball or tennis), and a "judge" rules from a "bench," which in Latin ( banc ) means a bank. Thus, a judge is allegedly ruling for the interests of a bank.
: A global commercial system designed to govern international trade, money, and banking. The Law - Jordan Maxwell
: He suggested that the judge's black robe represents the planet Saturn, who in the ancient world was the "Lord of the Rings" and represented government, banking, and restriction. Sovereignty and Contracts
Maxwell used etymology and symbolism to argue that the legal system's maritime origins are hidden in plain sight: Maxwell argued that there are only two primary
Jordan Maxwell (born Russell Pine, 1940–2022) was an independent researcher and lecturer known for his theories on and how ancient occult systems supposedly govern modern legal and financial structures. His "write-up" on the law focuses on the idea that humanity is governed not by the "Law of the Land" (Common Law), but by the "Law of the Sea" (Maritime Law), which treats individuals as corporate assets rather than sovereign beings. The Two Systems of Law
Maxwell’s work has been highly influential in "sovereign citizen" circles, where his theories on hidden legal codes and corporate ownership are frequently cited as a basis for challenging government authority. His ultimate message was that true education and "knowing your own power" is the only way for individuals to reclaim their autonomy from these entrenched systems. List of books by author Jordan Maxwell : He suggested that the judge's black robe
: Legal and financial terms often use water metaphors: "current-cy" (currency), "liquid assets," "cash flow," and "frozen accounts" all relate to the movement of water.