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EFFUSIO SANGUINIS. In

Categories: Constitutional

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Historical

old English law. The shedding of blood; the mulct, fine, wite, or penalty imposed for the shedding of blood, which the king granted to many lords of manors. Cowell; Tomlins. See BLoopwIirt.
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.