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NeCede's

Maxim 5.1.15

Lordship cannot be in suspense.

Dominium non potest esse in pendenti.

Source: Halk. 39; Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

Ownership must be vested in a determinate person at all times — the law does not permit dominion to hang in abeyance without a present holder.

Where this applies

  • My roommate and I both claim to be the sole possessor of the apartment.
  • Two tenants each say they have exclusive right to use the same storage unit.

Legal domains

property

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 5.1.15 — Lordship cannot be in suspense. — Halk. 39; Jackson (Dominium non potest esse in pendenti.)

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