Maxim 7.9.14
The process of the law is a grievous vexation; the execution of the law crowns the work.
Processus legis est gravis vexatio, executio legis coronat opus.
Source: Bouvier's Law Dictionary; Co. Litt. 289
Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable
Explanation
Legal process is burdensome by nature, but its justification lies in the final execution of judgment — without execution, all the vexation of process serves no purpose.
Where this applies
- Going through the legal process is painful but the real point is getting the judgment enforced.
- All the hearings and motions mean nothing if the final judgment is never carried out.
Legal domains
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 7.9.14 — The process of the law is a grievous vexation; the execution of the law crowns the work. — Bouvier's Law Dictionary; Co. Litt. 289 (Processus legis est gravis vexatio, executio legis coronat opus.)
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