Latin Legal Phrases

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The Latin that lawyers actually use, from habeas corpus to res judicata, with meanings up front.

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Which Latin writ demands that a prisoner be brought before a court?: Habeas corpus
Which Latin phrase names the doctrine of standing by past decisions?: Stare decisis
Which Latin term describes a 'friend of the court' who files an advisory brief?: Amicus curiae

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