Maxim 2.1.11
The end of a thing is to be attended to.
Finis rei attendendus est.
Source: 3 Co. Inst. 51
Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable
Explanation
The end for which government was instituted — protection of rights — determines the measure of its lawful action.
Where this applies
- A government official claims to answer to no one except God.
- An elected official argues they are above judicial review.
Legal domains
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 2.1.11 — The end of a thing is to be attended to. — 3 Co. Inst. 51 (Finis rei attendendus est.)
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