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SURSISE

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L. Fr. In old English law. Neglect; omission; default; cessation. … [Read more...]

SURSUM REDDERE

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Latin: In old conveyancing. To render up; to surrender. … [Read more...]

SURTAX

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An additional tax; a tax that is added to and on top of tax already charged or imposed. … [Read more...]

SURVEILLANCE

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Observing the actions of a person either with their knowledge (overt) or without their knowledge (covert.) To tail is a slang term to denote surveillance of a person who is moving. In some instances, surveillance may rise to a breach of right to privacy law. … [Read more...]

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