Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Locality: A specific area or neighborhood where people live or work.
In the past, in Scottish law, a widow who had locality lands could not claim a share of her husband's real property.
Definition: A specific area or region, usually referring to a neighborhood or community.
Example 1: The new restaurant is located in a busy locality, surrounded by shops and other businesses.
Example 2: In Scottish law, locality refers to the land that a widow is entitled to use under the terms of her marriage contract. This land cannot be used to claim a share of her husband's real property.
These examples illustrate how locality can refer to a specific area or region, whether it's a busy commercial area or a legal term in Scottish law. It is important to understand the context in which the term is being used to fully grasp its meaning.