In Scotch practice. To outlaw, by the sentence of a court; to outlaw for non-appearance in a criminal case. 2 Alls. Crim. Pr. 350. Fugitation. When a criminal does not obey the citation to answer, the court pronounces sentence of fugitation against him, which induces a forfeiture of goods and chattels to the crown. … [Read more...] about FUGITATE
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FUGITIVE
One who flees; always used in law with the implication of a flight, evasion, or escape from some duty or penalty or from the consequences of a misdeed. Fugitive from justice. A person who, having committed a crime, flies from the state or country where it transpired, in order to evade arrest and escape justice. Fugitive offenders. In English law. Where a person accused of any … [Read more...] about FUGITIVE
FRIVOLOUS APPEAL
An insincere attempt to delay a final decision by making an appeal that has no merit. May be designed to harass, inconvenience or frustrate an opposing party. … [Read more...] about FRIVOLOUS APPEAL
FRUCTUS NATURALES
Latin, meaning Vegetation which grows naturally without cultivation. … [Read more...] about FRUCTUS NATURALES
FRUTOS
In Spanish law. Fruits; products; produce; grains; profits. . White. New Recop. b. 1, tit. 7, c. 5, s 2. … [Read more...] about FRUTOS