Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Term: IN JURE PROPRIO
Definition: In jure proprio means that someone has a right to do something on their own. It is a Latin term that means "in one's own right." This means that a person has the legal authority to do something without needing permission from anyone else. For example, if someone owns a piece of property, they have the right to use it as they see fit, in jure proprio.
Definition: In one's own right.
Example: The CEO of the company acted in jure proprio when making the decision to merge with another company.
Explanation: This means that the CEO made the decision based on their own authority and power, rather than being directed by someone else. They had the right to make the decision because of their position as CEO.