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A quick definition of in capite:

Term: in capite

Definition: In capite means "in chief" in Law Latin. It refers to a type of land tenure where a person held land directly from the Crown. This means that the person did not have to pay rent or taxes to any other lord or noble, but only to the King or Queen. It was an important form of land ownership in medieval England.

A more thorough explanation:

Term: In Capite
Definition: In Capite is a type of land tenure where a person holds land directly from the Crown. This means that the person is the direct tenant of the Crown and owes certain obligations to the Crown. Examples: - In medieval England, many lords held their land in capite from the king. This meant that they owed certain services to the king, such as military service or payment of taxes. - In modern times, in some countries, certain government officials or judges may hold their positions in capite from the head of state. This means that they are directly appointed by the head of state and owe certain duties to them. Explanation: In Capite is a legal term that refers to a specific type of land tenure. It is important to understand this term in order to understand the legal relationships between the Crown and its tenants. The examples illustrate how this type of tenure has been used historically and how it is still used in some modern contexts.

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