Maxim 6.1.13
It matters not whether a man gives his assent by his words, or by his acts and deeds.
Non refert an quis assensum suum praefert verbis, an rebus ipsis et factis.
Source: 10 Co. 52; Jackson; Weisman, 21i; Weisman, 84b
Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational
Explanation
Consent may be manifested by conduct as effectively as by spoken or written words — the law reads assent from actions where they clearly indicate agreement.
Where this applies
- I never said 'I agree' but I shook hands and started performing the work.
- My actions showed I accepted the deal even though I never signed anything.
Legal domains
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 6.1.13 — It matters not whether a man gives his assent by his words, or by his acts and deeds. — 10 Co. 52; Jackson; Weisman, 21i; Weisman, 84b (Non refert an quis assensum suum praefert verbis, an rebus ipsis et factis.)
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