legalistic
adjective
Definitions
Of a person, following the letter of the law.
Example: He's very legalistic, so let's hope the law is just and merciful as well as strict.
Of a person, tending to resort to the law, as one who sues frequently.
Example: His legalistic tendencies irritated his neighbors, especially since they had to defend themselves against his frivolous suits.
Practicing or characterized by legalism.
Example: She was legalistic in her observation of religious rules and traditions.