In Spanish law. One of a body, never exceeding twelve, who formed a part of the ayuntamiento. The office of regidor was held for life; that is to say, during the pleasure of the supreme authority. In most places the office was purchased; in some cities, however, they were elected by persons of the district called "capitularea." 12 Pet 442, note. … [Read more...]

In American law. A court in the state of Pennsylvania which has jurisdiction in matters of probate. … [Read more...]

Lat. In practice. A rule. Regula generalis, a general rule; a standing rule or order of a court. Frequently abbreviated, "Reg. Gen." Regula Catoniana. In Roman law. The rule of Cato. A rule respecting the validity of dispositions by will. See Dig. 34, 7. Regula est, juris quldem ignorantiam eulque nooere, fact! vero ignorantiam non nooere. Cod. 1, 18, 10. It is a rule, that … [Read more...]

In French law. A system of rules or regulations. Regime dotal The dot, being the property which the wife brings to the husband as her contribution to the support of the burdens of the marriage, and which may either extend as well to future as to present property, or be expressly confined to the present property of the wife, is subject to certain regulations which are summarized … [Read more...]

One who registers ; particularly one who registers anything (e.g. a trademark) for the purpose of securing a right or privilege granted by law on condition of such registration. … [Read more...]