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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.82

The frequency of an act operates much.

Frequentia actus multum operatur.

Source: 4 Co. 78; Jackson; Weisman, 2a Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

Repeated acts carry greater legal weight than isolated ones — habitual conduct tends to establish custom, usage, or pattern of intent.

Where this applies

  • Repeated trespassing shows intent to claim property.
  • A pattern of behavior is used as evidence of a party's intentions.

Legal domains

contractinterpretation

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.82 — The frequency of an act operates much. — 4 Co. 78; Jackson; Weisman, 2a (Frequentia actus multum operatur.)

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