A court formerly existing in England. It was created by Charles I., and abolished in 1849. It was held in the borough of Southwark, and had jurisdiction of all personal actions arising within twelve miles of the royal palace of Whitehall, exclusive of London. … [Read more...] about PALACE COURT
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PANDOXATRIX
An ale wife; a woman that both brewed and sold ale and beer. … [Read more...] about PANDOXATRIX
PAR VALUE
Face value of stock assigned by a corporation at the time the stock is issued. It may have little significance with regard to actual market value. … [Read more...] about PAR VALUE
PALAGIUM
A duty to lords of manors for exporting and importing vessels of wine at any of their ports. Jacob. … [Read more...] about PALAGIUM
PANEL
The roll or slip of parchment returned by the sheriff in obedience to a venire facias, containing the names of the persons whom he has summoned to attend the court as jurymen. Beasley v. People, 89 111. 571; People v. Coyodo, 40 Cal. 592. The panel is a list of jurors returned by a sheriff, to serve at a particular court or for the trial of a particular action. Pen. Code Cal. … [Read more...] about PANEL