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Ratio decidendiA latin phrase meaning the reason for the decision. This phrase refers to the part of a ... 1/05/09
De minimis non curat lexThe common law principle that judges will not address very minor breaches of the law - a ... 8/05/09
Obiter dictaMeaning "other things said" or "things said by the way", this term refers to the part of ... 11/05/09
Ultra ViresA latin expression meaning "beyond the powers", ultra vires refers to any act that is ... 14/05/09