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Latin term meaning on its own will or on its own motion and usually refers to a judge's decision on a matter which the parties have not requested adjudication. Voluntarily; without prompting or suggestion. … [Read more...] about SUA SPONTE

The act of spoiling or unlawfully taking away anything from the land, by the tenant for life or years, or by one holding an estate in the land less than the entire fee. Pub. St Mass. 1882, p. 1295. … [Read more...] about STRIP

That which may be sued. … [Read more...] about SUABLE

The words "with strong hand" imply a degree of criminal force, whereas the words vi et armis ("with force and arms") are mere formal words In the action of trespass, and the plaintiff is not bound to prove any force. The statutes relating to forcible entries use the words "with a strong hand" as describing that degree or force which makes an entry or detainer ot lands criminal. … [Read more...] about STRONG HAND

Lat. In its own nature. Buapte natura sterilis, barren in its own nature and quality; intrinsically barren. 5 Maule A S. 170. … [Read more...] about SUAPTE NATURA