The phrase "by virtue" differs in meaning from "under color." For instance, the proper fees are received by virtue of the office; extortion is under color of the office. Any rightful act In office is by virtue of the office. A wrongful act In office may be under color of the office. Phil. Law, 380. … [Read more...] about VIRTUE
VIRTUTE OFFICII
Latin: By virtue of his office. A sheriff, a constable, and some other officers may, virtute officii, apprehend a man who has been guilty of a crime in their presence. … [Read more...] about VIRTUTE OFFICII
VIRGA TERRAE
In old English law. A yard-land; a measure of land of variable quantity, containing in some places twenty, in others twenty-four, in others thirty, and in others forty, acres. Cowell; Co. Litt. 5c. … [Read more...] about VIRGA TERRAE
VIR ET UXOR CONSENTUR IN LEGE UNA PERSONA
Latin, meaning A husband and wife are regarded in law as one person. … [Read more...] about VIR ET UXOR CONSENTUR IN LEGE UNA PERSONA
VIRES
Latin: (The plural of "vis.") Powers ; forces; capabilities: natural powers; powers granted or limited. See ULTRA VIRES. Vires acquirit enndo. It gains strength by continuance. … [Read more...] about VIRES