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NeCede's

Maxim 5.1.2

Chattels justly possessed cannot be lost.

Catalla juste possessa amitti non possunt.

Source: Jenk. Cent. 28; Bouvier, *Law Dictionary* (1856) Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational

Explanation

Goods held by lawful right cannot be forfeited without due process of law — just possession is its own defense against all claims of loss or seizure.

Where this applies

  • The HOA is trying to control what I do on my own land.
  • A neighbor claims they have a right to use part of my property.
  • The government says I can't build a shed on my own lot without permission.

Topics

Property Rights

Legal domains

property

See also

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 5.1.2 — Chattels justly possessed cannot be lost. — Jenk. Cent. 28; Bouvier, *Law Dictionary* (1856) (Catalla juste possessa amitti non possunt.)

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