Maxim 8.1.44
An equal has no power over an equal.
Par in parem imperium non habet.
Source: Bouvier's Law Dictionary; Jenk. Cent. 174
Difficulty 3/5 — Intermediate
Explanation
No judge may exercise authority over another judge of the same court, for peers in jurisdiction possess no superiority one over another.
Where this applies
- One judge is trying to overrule another judge of equal standing.
- A district judge cannot command another district judge — they are equals.
Legal domains
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 8.1.44 — An equal has no power over an equal. — Bouvier's Law Dictionary; Jenk. Cent. 174 (Par in parem imperium non habet.)
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