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Term: IN FRAUDEM LEGIS
Definition: When someone does something with the intention of breaking the law or avoiding it, it is called in fraud of the law. It means they are trying to cheat the law.
Definition: In fraud of the law. With an intent to evade the law.
Example: A person who transfers their assets to a family member or friend to avoid paying creditors is acting in fraudem legis.
Explanation: This example illustrates the definition of in fraudem legis because the person is intentionally trying to avoid the law by transferring their assets to someone else. This is done to prevent creditors from being able to collect on the debt owed to them. By doing this, the person is acting in fraud of the law.