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Simple English definitions for legal terms

contra legem

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A quick definition of contra legem:

Contra Legem: When something is against the law, it is called "contra legem". This means that it goes against the rules that have been set by the government. Sometimes, people might do things that are "contra legem" without realizing it, but it is important to follow the law to keep everyone safe and happy.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Contra legem (kon-truh lee-jem) is a Latin term that means "contrary to law" or "against the law." It refers to actions or behaviors that are illegal or prohibited by law.

Examples:

These examples illustrate how certain actions are considered illegal and against the law. Driving under the influence of alcohol is a crime because it endangers the lives of others on the road. Stealing is also a crime because it involves taking someone else's property without their permission. Violating a court order is against the law because it undermines the authority of the court and the legal system.

Additional Example:

  • Refusing to pay taxes is contra legem.

This example shows how failing to pay taxes is illegal and against the law. Taxes are required by law, and refusing to pay them can result in penalties and legal consequences.

contra jus commune | contra legem terrae

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lilypadfrog
20:31
that seems crazy #tome
texaslawhopefully
20:32
No, at least from the two people I know there that’s false. I think it’s just something like Chicago for conservatives is on par with S whereas for liberals it’s below HYS but above CCNP
texaslawhopefully
20:32
I mean I think even the student body there only like 15 percent is part of fedsoc
ImpartialLion
20:32
It's more just not a good # for people who aren't willing to clerk conservative. I'm sure they place liberal clerks at an above average rate for a t-6 though. Maybe higher (not entirely sure)
texaslawhopefully
20:34
Page 14 has ideological splits by school: https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/msen/files/law-prof-ideology.pdf
texaslawhopefully
20:35
Chicago/UVA are more to the right but not by an exceedingly large difference
lilypadfrog
20:36
I feel like UVA doesn’t have that reputation the way Chicago does. That’s interesting. Thanks tex
windyMagician
20:37
yeah I've heard about uva being conservative
siroracle
20:48
Yeah it’s only 75 percent lib that’s pretty terrifying
Dkk
20:53
lmfao
llama
20:59
@siroracle: funny cause true
KnowledgeableRitzyWasp
20:59
@siroracle: don't you have a bridge to be under?
KnowledgeableRitzyWasp
21:00
shouldn't you be collecting tolls
llama
21:00
trolololol
atwatodbit
21:04
anyone know much about mich clerking
atwatodbit
21:05
ive tried to learn more about it but its hard to cut through stuff. numbers wise they look good?
llama
21:05
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jTv6iNl9_kfTVbDdIw4ml-CeKWOkeWtArYhhuj1-8U8/edit?usp=sharing 13.7
llama
21:06
this website is a good research tool for outcomes: https://app.lawhub.org/schools
atwatodbit
21:06
@llama: thanks!
llama
21:06
yah
Dkk
21:10
Anyone else read the Antioch shooters manifesto today. Pretty crazy stuff.
Dkk
21:10
https://x.com/TheManlet_King/status/1882180191851774268
llama
21:14
sad
YRDSL
21:31
@texaslawhopefully: it's pretty funny how even in law journal articles people can't stop confusing Penn with Penn State
texaslawhopefully
21:40
lmfao I didn't even notice that
llama
21:42
Yeah to penn Carey students I’m sure that is a
llama
21:42
Those are fighting words
info-man
21:46
@Dkk: one of the most deranged documents i've ever had the displeasure of reading
lilypadfrog
22:03
sometimes I go into fight or flight mode until I get all my work done
CurvyHypnoticSheepdog
22:13
i call that locking in
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