In Scotch practice. A name given to a judgment or decree pronounced by a court, ascertaining the amount of a debt against the estate of a deceased landed proprietor, on cause shown, or after a due investigation. Bell. … [Read more...] about COGNITIONIS CAUSAE
C
Coast Guard Crim. App.
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COAST-GUARD
In English law. A body of officers and men raised and equipped by the commissioners of the admiralty for the defense of the coasts of the realm, and for the more ready manning of the navy In case of war or sudden emergency, as well as for the protection of the revenue against smugglers. Mozley A Whitley. … [Read more...] about COAST-GUARD
COAT ARMOR
Heraldic ensigns, introduced by Richard I. from the Holy Land, where they were first invented. Originally they were painted on the shields of the Christian knights who went to the Holy Land during the crusades, for the purpose of identifying them, some such contrivance being necessary in order to distinguish knights when clad In armor from one another. Wharton. … [Read more...] about COAT ARMOR
COB
Close of Business … [Read more...] about COB