Latin, meaning A thing adjudged is accepted for the truth. … [Read more...]
RESCISSORY ACTION
In Scotch law. One to rescind or annul a deed or contract. … [Read more...]
REPROBATION
eccl. law. The propounding exceptions either against facts, persons or things; as, to allege that certain deeds or instruments have not been duly and lawfully executed; or that certain persons are such that they are incompetent as witnesses; or that certain things ought not for legal reasons to be admitted. … [Read more...]
REQUEST FOR DISMISSAL
A motion to dismiss. … [Read more...]
REPROBATOR, ACTION OF
In Scotch law. An action or proceeding intended to convict a witness of perjury, to which the witness must be made a party. Belt … [Read more...]