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LEGALIS HOMO

Definition (1910 Edition)

Lat. A lawful man; a person who stands rectus in curia; a person not outlawed, excommunicated, or infamous. It occurs in the phrase, “probi et legales homines,” (good and lawful men, coipetent jurors,) and “legality” designates the condition of such a man. Jacob.
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.