In old records. A trial by hot iron, formerly used in England. Whish aw. … [Read more...] about CANFARA
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CAP
A ceiling or maximum amount. Frequently used to denote the maximum amount of interest that can be imposed on a adjustable rate loan. … [Read more...] about CAP
CAPIAS AD COMPUTANDUM
practice. A writ issued in the action of account render, upon the judgment quod computet, when the defendant refuses to appear, in his proper person, before the auditors, and enter into his account. According to the ancient practice, the defendant, after arrest upon this process, might be delivered on main-prize, or in default of finding mainpernors, he was committed to the … [Read more...] about CAPIAS AD COMPUTANDUM
CANING
A punishment for a crime where a convicted defendant is struck repeatedly with a cane or staff. Unlawful in the U.S. … [Read more...] about CANING
CAP AX NEGOTII
Competent to transact affairs; having business capacity. … [Read more...] about CAP AX NEGOTII