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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.80

The custody of the law is stronger than that of man.

Fortior est custodia legis quam hominis.

Source: 2 Rol. Rep. 325; Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

Property or persons in the custody of the law are more securely held than in any private custody — the protection of law is the strongest safeguard available.

Where this applies

  • Property is held by the court and someone tries to seize it by force.
  • A party claims they can protect property better than the legal system can.

Legal domains

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Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.80 — The custody of the law is stronger than that of man. — 2 Rol. Rep. 325; Jackson (Fortior est custodia legis quam hominis.)

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