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fiat justitia

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A quick definition of fiat justitia:

Term: Fiat justitia

Definition: Fiat justitia is a Latin phrase that means "let justice be done." It was used to signal the Crown's commission to the House of Lords to hear an appeal. Another maxim, "Fiat Justitia, ruat coelum," means "let heaven fall, as long as justice is done." This phrase is full of extravagance and harmony. It means that justice is so important that even if it causes the ruin of kingdoms or the wreck of heaven, it must be done.

A more thorough explanation:

Fiat justitia

Fiat justitia is a Latin phrase that means "let justice be done." It was used to signal the Crown's commission to the House of Lords to hear an appeal.

When a judge says "fiat justitia" in court, they are reminding everyone that the most important thing is to make sure justice is served.

If someone has been wronged, they might say "fiat justitia" to demand that justice be done.

These examples illustrate how the phrase is used to emphasize the importance of justice being served, no matter what.

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