Latin, meaning The laws of nature are immutable. … [Read more...]
JURATORY CAUTION
In Scotch law. A description of caution (security) sometimes offered in a suspension or advocation where the complainer is not in circumstances to offer any better. BelL … [Read more...]
JUMENTA
In the civil law. Beasts of burden; animals used for carrying burdens. This word did not include oxen Dig. 32, 65, 5. … [Read more...]
JURA PERSONARUM
The rights and duties of persons are so called. … [Read more...]
JURATS
In English law. Officers in the nature of aldermen, sworn for the government of many corporations. The twelve assistants vof the bailiff in Jersey are called "jurats." … [Read more...]