These words are used in the definition of a robbery from the person; the offence must have been committed by putting in fear the person robbed. 2. This is the circumstance which distinguishes robbery from all other larcenies. But what force must be used, or what kind of fears excited, are questions very proper for discussion. The goods must be taken against the will of the … [Read more...]
PUTTING IN SUIT
as applied to a bond, or any other legal instrument, signifies bringing an action upon it, or making It the subject of an action. … [Read more...]
PURUS IDIOTA
Latin: A congenital idiot. … [Read more...]
PUTURE
In old English law. A custom claimed by keepers In forests, and sometimes by bailiffs of hundreds, to take man's meat, horse's meat and dog's meat of the tenants and inhabitants within the perambulation of the forest hundred, etc. The land subject to this custom was called "terra putura." Others, who call It "pulture," explain it as a demand in general; and derive it from the … [Read more...]
PURVEYANCE
In old English law. A providing of necessaries for the king's house. Cowell. … [Read more...]