The act of one who has, by law, a right and power of having or doing something of advantage, and declines it Also, the declination of a request or demand, or the omission to comply with seme requirement of law, as the result of a positive intention to disobey. In the latter sense, the word is often coupled with "neglect" an, if a party shall "neglect or refuse" to pay a tax, … [Read more...] about REFUSAL
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REGARDER OF A FOREST
An ancient officer of the forest, whose duty it was to take a view of the forest hunts, and to inquire concerning trespasses, offenses, etc Manwood. … [Read more...] about REGARDER OF A FOREST
REFUSAL TO PLEAD
To keep silent (such as taking the fifth) and not enter a plea. … [Read more...] about REFUSAL TO PLEAD
REGE INCOLSULTO
Latin: In English law. A writ issued from the sovereign to the judges, pot to proceed in a cause which may prejudice the crown, until advised. Jenk. Cent 97. … [Read more...] about REGE INCOLSULTO
REFUTANTIA
In old records An acquittance or acknowledgment of renouncing all future claim. Cowell. … [Read more...] about REFUTANTIA