In Spanish colonial law. An order emanating from some superior tribunal, promulgated in the name and by the authority of the sovereign. Schm. Civil Law, 93. … [Read more...]
AUTER DROIT
or more properly, Autre Droit, another's right. A man may sue Or be sued in another's right; this is the case with executors and administrators. … [Read more...]
AUTOCRACY
The name of an unlimited monarchical government. A government at the will of one man, (called an "autocrat,") unchecked by constitutional restrictions or limitations. … [Read more...]
AUTHENTIC
Genuine; true; having the character and authority of an original; duly vested with all necessary formalities and legally attested; competent, credible, and reliable as evidence. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition This term signifies an original of which there is no doubt. … [Read more...]
AUTOGRAPH
The handwriting of any one. … [Read more...]