The absence of him who is employed in the service of the state, should not be prejudicial to him nor to others.

Explanation

(English-origin maxim.) A person absent on public service shall not be prejudiced thereby — his rights, deadlines, and legal standing are preserved as though he were present, and third parties cannot take advantage of his service-related absence.

Where this applies

• A person misses a court deadline because they were serving in the military.
• A public servant's absence on official duty is excused by the law.