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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.104

In the presence of the greater, the power of the inferior ceases.

In praesentia majoris cessat potentia minoris.

Source: Jenk. Cent. 214; Jackson; Weisman, 11w Difficulty 3/5 — Intermediate

Explanation

When a superior authority is present and acting, the jurisdiction of the subordinate is suspended — the higher power controls.

Where this applies

  • A higher court steps in and a lower court's authority is suspended.
  • A federal authority acts and a state agency must defer.

Legal domains

property

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.104 — In the presence of the greater, the power of the inferior ceases. — Jenk. Cent. 214; Jackson; Weisman, 11w (In praesentia majoris cessat potentia minoris.)

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