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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| Title | Details | Hits |
|---|---|---|
| Alibi | At another place, elsewhere. | 671 |
| Prima facie | At the first sight. | 624 |
| Limine Litis | At the start of the procedure | 594 |
| Vires | Authority, power. | 736 |
| Inter vivos | Between the living. This term is used to refer to a transfer or gift made during one's lifetime, as opposed... | 762 |
| Ultra vires | Beyond the power. An act in excess of the authority conferred by law, and therefore invalid. | 724 |
| Duces tecum | Bring with you. Used most frequently for a species of subpoena (as in "subpoena duces tecum") which seeks... | 631 |
| Per se | by itself, by themselves. | 555 |
| Jus civile | Civil law. | 718 |
| Utlite pendente nihil innovetur | During litigation nothing should be introduced. For reference, see, section 52 of the Transfer of Property... | 741 |
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