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This word is commonly used in contradistinction to "right" Thus, in St 22 Edw. III., the lord chancellor was instructed to take cognisance of matters of grace, being such subjects of equity jurisdiction as were exclusively matters of equity. Brown. A faculty, license, or dispensation; also general and free pardon by act of parliament See ACT OF GRACE. … [Read more...]
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Conduct authorized by law. Surety of good behaviour may be demanded from any person who is justly suspected, upon sufficient grounds, of intending to commit a crime or misdemeanor. Surety. for good behaviour is somewhat similar to surety of the peace, but the recognizance is more easily forfeited, and it ought to be demanded with greater caution. … [Read more...]
TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
In old English law. A breach in a bank or sea wall, or a passage worn by the flux and reflux of the sea. St. 16 & 17 Car. II. c. 11. … [Read more...]
TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
Time of indulgence granted to an acceptor or maker for the payment of his bill of exchange or note. It was originally a gratuitous favor, (hence the name,) but custom has rendered it a legal right. … [Read more...]
TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
Having adequate or substantial grounds upon which to do something (e.g. make a ruling) or not to do something. … [Read more...]