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Upper Bench
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A quick definition of Upper Bench:
Upper Bench: A type of court or tribunal in English law. It is also known as bancus superior, which means "upper bench". The King's Bench was called this during the Protectorate period. It is abbreviated as b.s. and also referred to as bancus publicus, which means "public bench".
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: A court or tribunal, also known as bancus superior, in English law.
Examples:
- The King's Bench, also known as bancus regis, was a type of upper bench during the Protectorate (1653-1659).
- The court of bancus publicus, or public bench, was responsible for hearing cases related to debt and bankruptcy.
These examples illustrate how the term "upper bench" refers to a type of court or tribunal in English law. The King's Bench and bancus publicus were both considered upper benches, with specific responsibilities and jurisdictions.