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Term: JUS LEGITIMUM
Definition: Jus legitimum is a legal right that can be enforced by law. It is a term used in civil law and is different from jus fiduciarium.
JUS LEGITIMUM
jus legitimum (pronounced juh-s luh-jit-uh-muhm) is a Latin term used in civil law to refer to a right that can be enforced by law.
These examples illustrate how jus legitimum refers to a legal right that can be enforced in court. In the case of inheritance, if a person's right to inherit is being challenged, they can go to court to enforce their right. Similarly, if a landlord is not fulfilling their obligation to maintain a rental property, a tenant can take legal action to enforce their right to a habitable living space.