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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.76

The end of one day is the beginning of another.

Finis unius diei est principium alterius.

Source: 2 Buls. 305; Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

For purposes of legal computation, the expiration of one period marks the commencement of the next — time is continuous and admits no gaps.

Where this applies

  • A filing deadline falls at midnight and someone asks for extra time because the day ended.
  • A legal deadline is calculated and a dispute arises about when one period ends and another begins.

Legal domains

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.76 — The end of one day is the beginning of another. — 2 Buls. 305; Jackson (Finis unius diei est principium alterius.)

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