SUA SPONTE

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

As a verb, to call, name, or entitle one; as a noun, the title or appellation of a person. … [Read more...] about STYLE

A royal fish which, when either thrown ashore or caught near the coast is the property of the sovereign. 2 Steph. Comm. 19n, 540. … [Read more...] about STURGEON

Latin: In the civil law. Unlawful intercourse with a woman. Distinguished from adultery as being, committed with a virgin or widow. Dig. 48, 5, 6. … [Read more...] about STUPRUM

med. jur. That state of the mind which cannot perceive and embrace the data presented to it by the senses; and therefore the stupid person can, in general, form no correct judgment. It is a want of the perceptive powers. … [Read more...] about STUPIDITY