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JORNALE

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In old English law. Aa much land as could be plowed in one day. Spelman. … [Read more...]

JUDEX AD QUEM

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A judge to whom an appeal may be taken: a superior judge. … [Read more...]

JOINT TENANT

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Two or more persons who share a joint and undivisible interest in the whole property interest. When a person dies, that person's interest in the property ceases. … [Read more...]

JOUR

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A French word, signifying "day." It is used in our old law-books; as "tout jours" forever. Jour en banc. A day in banc. Distinguished from "jour en pay", (a day in the country,) otherwise called "jour en nisi prius." Jour in court. In old practice. Day in court: day to appear in court: appearance day. "Every process gives the defendant a day in court. Hale, Anal. … [Read more...]

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