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Actions of an adult that convince or influence a minor to do something wrongful, criminal or immoral such as performing a sexual action. … [Read more...] about CORRUPTING THE MORALS OF A MINOR

In old English law. An offense, mentioned in the old books, where anything was done deceitfully, whether belonging to contracts or not which could not be properly termed by any special name. The same as the steUionatus of the civil law. Cowell. … [Read more...] about COSENING

In Spanish law. Custom ; an unwritten law established by usage, during a long space of time. Las Partidas, pt 1, tit 2, L 4. … [Read more...] about COSTUMBRE

An act done with an intent to give some advantage inconsistent with official duty and the rights of others. It includes bribery, but is more comprehensive; because an act may be corruptly done, though the advantage to be derived from it be not offered by another. Merl. Rep. h. t. 2. By corruption, sometimes, is understood something against law; as, a contract by which the … [Read more...] about CORRUPTION

In old English law. A feudal prerogative or custom for lords to He and feast themselves at their tenants' houses. Cowell. … [Read more...] about COSHERING