A failure of appearance; the omission of the defendant to" appear within the time limited. … [Read more...]
NON-ASSESSABLE
This word, placed upon a certificate of stock, does not cancel or impair the obligation to pay the amount due upon the shares created by the acceptance and holding of such certificate. At most its legal effect is a stipulation against liability from further assessment or taxation after the entire subscription of one hundred per cent, shall have been paid. Upton v. Tribil-cook, … [Read more...]
NON-BAILABLE
Not admitting of bail; not requiring bail. … [Read more...]
NON-CLAIM
The omission or neglect of him who ought to claim his right within the time limited by law; as within a.year and a day where a continual claim was required, or within five years after a fine had been levied. Termes de la Iey. Covenant of non-claim. See COVENANT. … [Read more...]
NON-COMBATANT
A person connected with an army or navy, but for purposes other than fighting; such as the surgeons and chaplains. Also a neutral. … [Read more...]