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JUSTICE

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Definition (1910 Edition)

common distinction between them is that that which, considered positively and in itself, is called “virtue,” when considered relatively and with respect to others has the name of “justice.” But “justice,” being in itself a part of “virtue,” is confined to things simply good or evil, and consists in a man’s taking such a proportion of them as he ought. Bouvier.

and all pleas and causes whatsoever therein arising. 3 Bl. Comm. 72: 4 Inst. 291; 8 Steph. Comm, 440.—Justices of appeal. The title given to the ordinary judges of the English court of appeal. The first of such ordinary judges are the two former lords justices of apneal in chancery, and one other judge appointed by the crown by letters patent. Jud. Act 1875, § 4—Justices of assize. These justices, or, as they are sometimes called, “justices of nist prius,” are judges of the superior English courts, who go on circuit into the various counties of England and Wales for the pur-
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.