Maxim 1.5.171
No iniquity is to be presumed in law.
Nullum iniquum est praesumendum in jure.
Source: 7 Co. 71; Jackson
Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational
Explanation
The law presumes itself to be just — an interpretation that would make the law work an injustice is to be rejected in favor of one that produces an equitable result.
Where this applies
- An interpretation of a law would make the law itself unjust.
- A court must choose between reading a statute as fair or unfair and chooses the fair reading.
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 1.5.171 — No iniquity is to be presumed in law. — 7 Co. 71; Jackson (Nullum iniquum est praesumendum in jure.)
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