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Meanings of nisi prius in English

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Usage of nisi prius in English
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They hold nisi prius terms in their respective districts, which are called district courts.
Minnesota and Dacotah
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He had, as he deserved, the reputation of being the best nisi prius lawyer in the state.
Lincoln; An Account of his Personal Life, Especially of its Spri...
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The defendant appeared and pleaded not guilty but was found guilty by a jury at nisi prius, which assessed the damages at 20 pounds.
Our Legal Heritage : 600-1776 King Aethelbert - King George III
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Why, I was reading my Widgery on Nisi Prius Evidence when you came in.
The Girl on the Boat
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I have not specialised exclusively on Nisi Prius Evidence.
Three Men and a Maid
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The natural consequence of this is that we cannot get out of " Nisi prius."
Diary of the Besieged Resident in Paris
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Widgery on Nisi Prius Evidence.
Three Men and a Maid
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"Widgery on Nisi prius Evidence," said Sam, without looking up.
Three Men and a Maid
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Buller, Sir Francis, English judge, author of Introduction to the Law of Trials at Nisi Prius (1745-1800).
Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1