Definition of A Rescriptio Valet Argumentum

Definitions from Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition and Ballentine's Law Dictionary as are available for each term in each dictionary.
  • A rescriptio valet argumentum
    Ballentine's Law Dictionary

    An argument based upon original writs in the record will prevail.

  • A rescriptis valet argumentum
    Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition

    An argument drawn from original writs in the register is good. Co. Litt. 11a.

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