STRUCTURE

Something built on a parcel of real estate, may be small such as a shed or large, such as a ten story building. … [Read more...] about STRUCTURE

A case is said to be struck off, where the court has no jurisdiction, aud can give no judgment, and order that the case be taken off the record, which is done by an entry to that effect. … [Read more...] about STRUCK OFF

A special jury selected by striking from the panel of jurors, a certain number by each party, so as to leave a number required by law to try the cause. In general, a list of forty-eight jurors is made out for each case; the plaintiff strikes off twelve, aud the defendant the same number from those who remain twelve are to be selected to try the cause, unless they are challenged … [Read more...] about STRUCK JURY

pleadings. In an indictment for murder, when the death arises from any wounding, beating or bruising, it is said, that the word struck is essential. … [Read more...] about STRUCK

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