EPISODE · Nov 11, 2023 · 11 MIN
Latin with Modernity | Legal Terminology - Translated and explained
from Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution · host Liam Connerly
My links: My patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=103280827 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrconnerly?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connerlyliam/ Podcast | Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution https://open.spotify.com/show/0EjiYFx1K4lwfykjf5jApM?si=b871da6367d74d92 1. Ab Initio - From the Beginning Translation: From the beginning Definition: Used to describe a situation that is valid and binding from the start, or that has always been in effect. Etymological Definition: Latin, "from the beginning". 2. Actus Reus - Guilty Act Translation: Guilty act Definition: A guilty act or omission that is the basis for criminal liability. Etymological Definition: Latin, "guilty act". 3. Ad Litem - For the Suit Translation: For the suit Definition: Used to refer to a person appointed to represent another in a legal action. Etymological Definition: Latin, "for the suit". 4. Ad Nauseam - To the Point of Nausea Translation: To the point of nausea Definition: Used to describe an action or argument that is repeated to the point of tedium or disgust. Etymological Definition: Latin, "to the point of nausea". 5. Amicus Curiae - Friend of the Court Translation: Friend of the court Definition: A person or organization that is not a party to a case, but is permitted to offer information to the court that may help in deciding the case. Etymological Definition: Latin, "friend of the court". 6. Caveat Emptor - Let the Buyer Beware Translation: Let the buyer beware Definition: A principle that the buyer, rather than the seller, is responsible for checking the quality and suitability of goods before purchase. Etymological Definition: Latin, "let the buyer beware". 7. Corpus Delicti - Body of the Crime Translation: Body of the crime Definition: The actual components of a crime that must be proven in order to establish guilt. Etymological Definition: Latin, "body of the crime". 8. De Facto - In Fact Translation: In fact Definition: Used to describe a situation that is true in practice even if it is not officially recognized. Etymological Definition: Latin, "in fact". 9. Ex Post Facto - After the Fact Translation: After the fact Definition: Used to describe laws or regulations that are applied retroactively. Etymological Definition: Latin, "after the fact". 10. Habeas Corpus - You Have the Body Translation: You have the body Definition: A legal action used to bring a person before a court to determine if they are being detained lawfully. Etymological Definition: Latin, "you have the body".
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My links: My patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=103280827 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrconnerly?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connerlyliam/ Podcast | Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution https://open.spotify.com/show/0EjiYFx1K4lwfykjf5jApM?si=b871da6367d74d92 1. Ab Initio - From the Beginning Translation: From the beginning Definition: Used to describe a situation that is valid and binding from the start, or that has always been in effect. Etymological Definition: Latin, "from the beginning". 2. Actus Reus - Guilty Act Translation: Guilty act Definition: A guilty act or omission that is the basis for criminal liability. Etymological Definition: Latin, "guilty act". 3. Ad Litem - For the Suit Translation: For the suit Definition: Used to refer to a person appointed to represent another in a legal action. Etymological Definition: Latin, "for the suit". 4. Ad Nauseam - To the Point of Nausea Translation: To the point of nausea Definition: Used to describe an action or argument that is repeated to the point of tedium or disgust. Etymological Definition: Latin, "to the point of nausea". 5. Amicus Curiae - Friend of the Court Translation: Friend of the court Definition: A person or organization that is not a party to a case, but is permitted to offer information to the court that may help in deciding the case. Etymological Definition: Latin, "friend of the court". 6. Caveat Emptor - Let the Buyer Beware Translation: Let the buyer beware Definition: A principle that the buyer, rather than the seller, is responsible for checking the quality and suitability of goods before purchase. Etymological Definition: Latin, "let the buyer beware". 7. Corpus Delicti - Body of the Crime Translation: Body of the crime Definition: The actual components of a crime that must be proven in order to establish guilt. Etymological Definition: Latin, "body of the crime". 8. De Facto - In Fact Translation: In fact Definition: Used to describe a situation that is true in practice even if it is not officially recognized. Etymological Definition: Latin, "in fact". 9. Ex Post Facto - After the Fact Translation: After the fact Definition: Used to describe laws or regulations that are applied retroactively. Etymological Definition: Latin, "after the fact". 10. Habeas Corpus - You Have the Body Translation: You have the body Definition: A legal action used to bring a person before a court to determine if they are being detained lawfully. Etymological Definition: Latin, "you have the body".
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