The method provided by statute of proceeding against the putative father to secure a proper maintenance for the bastard. … [Read more...] about BASTARDY PROCESS
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BAY
Is an enclosure to keep in the water for the supply of a mill or other contrivance, so that the water may be able to, drive the wheels of such mill. 2. A large open water or harbor where ships may ride, is also called a bay; as, the Chesapeake Bay, the, Bay of New York. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition A pond head made of a great height to keep in water for the … [Read more...] about BAY
BASELEUS
A Greek word, meaning "king " A title assumed by the emperors of the Eastern Roman Empire. It is used by Justinian in some of the Novels; and is said to have been applied to the English kings before the Conquest. See 1 Bl. Comm. 242. … [Read more...] about BASELEUS
BASTON
In old English law, a baton, club, or staff. A term applied to officers of the wardens of the prison called the "Fleet," because of the staff carried by them. Cowell; Spelman; Termes de la Ley. … [Read more...] about BASTON
BAYLEY
In old English law. Bailiff. This term is used in the laws of the colony of New Plymouth, Mass., A. D. 1670, 1671. Bur rill. … [Read more...] about BAYLEY