Maxim 5.4.5
He who gives an end gives the means to that end.
Qui dat finem, dat media ad finem.
Source: 3 Mass. 129; Weisman, 52h
Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable
Explanation
A grant of a right carries with it everything necessary to exercise that right — the law will not allow a grant to be rendered futile for want of means.
Where this applies
- The government gave me the right to operate a business but won't let me access the building.
- I was granted water rights but denied access to the pipeline.
Topics
Legal domains
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 5.4.5 — He who gives an end gives the means to that end. — 3 Mass. 129; Weisman, 52h (Qui dat finem, dat media ad finem.)
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