[Latin] In the civil law. Spurious children; bastards. … [Read more...]
VOLUNTARY JURISDICTION
In the ecclesiastical law, jurisdiction is either contentious jurisdiction, or voluntary jurisdiction. By the latter term is understood that kind of jurisdiction which requires no judicial proceedings, as, the granting letters of administration and receiving the probate of wills. … [Read more...]
VOTING RIGHT
The right of a person or party to vote in an election. … [Read more...]
VOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER
The intentional killing of another, without premeditation, such as in the heat of passion. … [Read more...]
VOTING STOCK
The common shares of stock which have voting rights attached to them. … [Read more...]