Lat. Withstand beginnings; resist the first approaches or encroachments. "It is the duty of courts to be watchful for the constitutional rights of the citizen, and against any stealthy encroachments thereon. Their motto should be 'Obsta principiis:" Bradley, J., Boyd v. U. S., 116 U. S. 635, 6 Sup. Ct. 535, 29 L. Ed. 746. … [Read more...] about OBSTA PRINCIPIIS
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OCASION
In Spanish law. Accident. Las Partidas, pt. 3, tit. 32, 1. 21; White, New Recop. b. 2, tit. 9, c. 2. … [Read more...] about OCASION
OBSTANTE
Withstanding; hindering. See NON OBSTANTE. … [Read more...] about OBSTANTE
OCCASIO
In feudal law. A tribute which the lord imposed on his vassals or tenants for his necessity. Hindrance; trouble; vexation by suit … [Read more...] about OCCASIO
OBSTRICTION
Obligation; bond. … [Read more...] about OBSTRICTION