An error made by a clerk in transcribing or otherwise. This is always readily corrected by the court. An error is amendable where there is something to amend by, and this even in a criminal case. For the party ought not to be harmed by the omission of the clerk even of his signature, if he affixes the seal. … [Read more...] about CLERICAL ERROR
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CLEAR PROOF
See clear evidence; evidence that is acceptable to all parties. … [Read more...] about CLEAR PROOF
CLERICALE PRIVILEGIUM
In old English law. The clerical privilege; the privilege or benefit of clergy. … [Read more...] about CLERICALE PRIVILEGIUM
CLEAR TITLE
Title to real property that is free of any adverse claim of ownership. Clear title is required for successful sale of real property. … [Read more...] about CLEAR TITLE
CLERICI DE CANCELLARIA
Clerks of the chancery. Clerici non ponantur in officiis. Co. Litt 96. Clergymen should not be placed In offices; i.e. In secular offices. See Lofft 308. … [Read more...] about CLERICI DE CANCELLARIA