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lex Atilia
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A quick definition of lex Atilia:
Term: LEX ATILIA
Definition: The lex Atilia is a law in ancient Rome that allowed magistrates to choose guardians for people who were unable to take care of themselves. It was named after the person who suggested it, possibly a tribune named L. Atilius Regulus, and was created around 210 B.C. This law is also known as the Atilian law.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Lex Atilia is a law in Roman law that allows magistrates to appoint guardians. It was proposed by L. Atilius Regulus and enacted around 210 B.C.
Example: If a child's parents die, the magistrate can appoint a guardian to take care of the child's well-being and property until they reach adulthood.
This example illustrates how the Lex Atilia law allows magistrates to appoint guardians in situations where a child is left without parents or legal guardians. This ensures that the child's interests are protected and they are taken care of until they are old enough to take care of themselves.