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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.153

Nothing more preserves in tranquillity and concord those subjected to the Government than a due administration of the laws.

Nihil infra regnum subditos magis conservat in tranquillitate et concordia quam debita legum administratio.

Source: 2 Inst. 158; Jackson Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational

Explanation

Public peace depends on faithful law enforcement — when officials administer the law justly and consistently, order follows; when they do not, discord and resistance arise.

Where this applies

  • Officials faithfully enforce the law and the community is peaceful.
  • Government corruption and uneven enforcement lead to public unrest.

Legal domains

equityprocedural

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.153 — Nothing more preserves in tranquillity and concord those subjected to the Government than a due administration of the laws. — 2 Inst. 158; Jackson (Nihil infra regnum subditos magis conservat in tranquillitate et concordia quam debita legum administratio.)

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