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Simple English definitions for legal terms
A quick definition of si prius:
Term: si prius
Definition: Si prius means "if before" in Law Latin. It is used in a writ to summon a jury.
A more thorough explanation:
Term: si prius
Definition: Si prius means "if before" in
Law Latin. It is used in a writ to summon a jury. For example, a court might use si prius to ask a jury if they had heard any
information about a case before the trial began. This helps ensure that the jury is unbiased and can make a fair decision based only on the evidence presented in court.
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