Tag: Legal Latin Words
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Intra
Intra in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Intra from the University of Kent: ‘Inside’ Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal Latin Quotes Legal Latin Dictionary
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Sic
Sic in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Sic from the University of Kent: So, thus’ – Used in brackets after a copied or quoted word that appears odd or erroneous to show that word is quoted exactly as it stands in the original. Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal Latin Quotes […]
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Ignorantia Juris Non Excusat
Ignorantia juris non excusat in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Ignorantia juris non excusat from the University of Kent: ‘Ignorance of the law does not excuse’ – i.e. no defence against criminal or other proceedings arising from its breach. Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal […]
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In Re
In re in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term In re from the University of Kent: ‘In the matter of’ – A phrase used in the headings of law reports, together with the name of the person or thing that the case is about (for example, cases in which wills are being interpreted). It…
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In Re
In re in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term In re from the University of Kent: ‘In the matter of’ – A phrase used in the headings of law reports, together with the name of the person or thing that the case is about (for example, cases in which wills are being interpreted). It…
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Quasi
Quasi in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Quasi from the University of Kent: As if, almost’ Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal Latin Quotes Legal Latin Dictionary
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Per Incuriam
Per incuriam in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Per incuriam from the University of Kent: ‘Through lack of care’ – A decision of a court is made per incuriam if it fails to apply a relevant statutory provision or ignores a binding precedent. Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal […]
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Coram
Cor (coram) in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Cor (coram) from the University of Kent: In the presence of the people’ Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal Latin Quotes Legal Latin Dictionary
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Ex Officio
Ex officio in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Ex officio from the University of Kent: By virtue of holding an office – Thus, the Lord Chief Justice is ex officio a member of the Court of Appeal. Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal Latin Quotes Legal Latin Dictionary
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Ex Post Facto
Ex post facto in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Ex post facto from the University of Kent: In the light of subsequent events’ – Describing any legal act, such as a statute, that has retrospective effect Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal Latin Quotes Legal Latin Dictionary
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Ab Initio
Definition of Ab Initio Meaning from the start or beginning. Ab initio in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Ab initio from the University of Kent: ‘From the beginning’ – If a contract is void (say for mistake) ab initio, this has the consequence that no innocent third parties can acquire […]
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Ab Initio
Definition of Ab Initio Meaning from the start or beginning. Ab initio in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Ab initio from the University of Kent: ‘From the beginning’ – If a contract is void (say for mistake) ab initio, this has the consequence that no innocent third parties can acquire […]
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Habeas Corpus
Definition of Habeas Corpus In accordance with the work A Dictionary of Law, this is a description of Habeas Corpus : A prerogative writ used to challenge the validity of a person’s detention, either in official custody (e.g. when held pending deportation or extradition) or in private hands. […]
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Bona Vacantia
Definition of Bona Vacantia According to the treasury solicitor bona vacantia literally means vacant goods. Bona vacantia in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Bona vacantia from the University of Kent: ‘Empty goods’ – Property not disposed of by a deceased’s will and to which there is no […]
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Ante
Ante in Legal Latin Meaning of the latin term Ante from the University of Kent: ‘Before’ Resources See Also Legal Latin Maxims Legal Latin Quotes Legal Latin Dictionary