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AD TERMINUM QUI PRETERIT

Categories: Latin Maxims

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Latin

For a term which has passed. Words fn the Latin form of the writ of entry employed at common law to recover, on behalf of a landlord, possession of premises, from a tenant holding over after the expiration of the term for which they were demised. See Biteh.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.