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SUM
In English law. A summary or abstract; a compendium; a collection. Several of the old law treatises are called "sums." Lord Hale applies the term to summaries of statute law. Burrill. … [Read more...]
SUMMONERS
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SUM CERTAIN
A specific stated amount, such as an amount stated clearly in a promissory note or check. … [Read more...]
SUMMONITIO
L. Latin: In old English practice. A summoning or summons; a writ by which a party was summoned to appear in court of which there were various kinds. Spelman. Summonitiones aut citationes nulla lioeant fieri intra palatium regis. 3 Inst. 141. Let no summonses or citations be served within the king's palace. … [Read more...]