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fugam fecit
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A quick definition of fugam fecit:
Term: fugam fecit
Definition: Fugam fecit is a Latin phrase that means "he fled" or "he has made flight." In the past, when a jury found a defendant guilty of a felony or treason and they fled, their property was subject to forfeiture. Fugitation is a sentence or declaration of fugitive status that was pronounced against an accused person for failing to answer a citation and appear, which resulted in the forfeiture of their goods and chattels.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Fugam fecit is a Latin term used in law to mean "he fled" or "he has made flight." If a jury finds a defendant guilty of a felony or treason and they use this term, the defendant's property can be taken away.
Example: In a trial for treason, the jury found the defendant guilty and declared "fugam fecit." As a result, the defendant's property was seized by the government.