Latin term meaning on its own will or on its own motion and usually refers to a judge’s decision on a matter which the parties have not requested adjudication. Voluntarily; without prompting or suggestion.
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Latin term meaning on its own will or on its own motion and usually refers to a judge’s decision on a matter which the parties have not requested adjudication. Voluntarily; without prompting or suggestion.