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nihil novit

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A quick definition of nihil novit:

Term: NIHIL NOVIT

Definition: Nihil novit means "he knew nothing" in Law Latin. In Scots law, it refers to a defendant's oath denying any knowledge of the matter in issue. If a defender swears that they know nothing of the matter referred, they may obtain absolvitor. However, an answer of nihil novit would not avail any defender in regard to a factum proprium. In regard to such a matter, an answer of nihil novit would be regarded as simply an evasion and be treated as an admission of the debt.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Nihil novit (nI-hil noh-vit) is a Latin phrase used in Scots law to mean "he knew nothing." It is often used in reference to a defendant's oath denying any knowledge of the matter in issue.

For example, if a defendant is accused of a crime and swears that they know nothing about it, they may be able to obtain absolvitor (a legal ruling that they are not guilty). However, if the matter in question is something that the defendant should have known about (such as a debt they owe), an answer of nihil novit would be seen as an evasion and would not be accepted.

Overall, the phrase nihil novit is used to indicate a lack of knowledge or understanding about a particular matter.

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