Latin Terms and Phrases

Latin terms and phrases are crucial in the study of law and in the interpretation of statutes in any jurisdiction. Presentation of these terms and phrases in lucid and plain languages is also very important and obviously helpful for the people having interest on law. The matter deserves more appeal in countries like Bangladesh where there are lack of ready-made and available resources in the market. In this segment, equivalent English meaning of different Latin terms and phrases as frequently used in the study of law are considered in plain and lucid language.


Latin Terms and Phrases

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TitleDetailsHits
Sub silentioUnder silence.291
Quantum meruitReasonable value of services293
Pendente litewhile the litigation is pending295
SubpoenaUnder Punishment. An order from a court for a person to appear at a trial under punishment for failure...296
Pro bono publicoFor the public good.300
Void.Of no legal effect.300
Suo motoUpon one's own initiative. Usually used when a court of law, upon its own initiative, (i.e., no petition...302
Salus Populi Suprema LexThe safety of the people is the Supreme Law.305
Non compos mentisNot of sound mind / unsound308
Obiter DictaStatements of opinion by a judge not strictly necessary to her or his decision.309