Maxim 1.5.248
Charters are called "muniments" from "muniendo," because they fortify and defend the inheritance.
Charters sont appelle "muniments" a "muniendo" quia muniunt et defendunt haereditatem.
Source: 4 Co. 153; Wharton
Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable
Explanation
Title deeds and charters serve as the documentary armor of property rights — their preservation is essential because they are the evidence by which ownership is proved and defended.
Where this applies
- Original title deeds to a property are destroyed and the owner cannot prove their claim.
- Someone loses the charter that proves their organization's rights.
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 1.5.248 — Charters are called "muniments" from "muniendo," because they fortify and defend the inheritance. — 4 Co. 153; Wharton (Charters sont appelle "muniments" a "muniendo" quia muniunt et defendunt haereditatem.)
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