Praetor
/ˈpriːeɪtər/
Definitions
- (n.) A magistrate in ancient Rome who had judicial authority, especially over civil law cases.
The praetor issued edicts that guided Roman legal practice.
- (n.) A judicial officer or judge in some modern jurisdictions, carrying on the historical title.
The praetor presided over the court proceedings with impartiality.
Forms
- praetors
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Commentary
The term is historically rooted in Roman law but also appears in modern legal contexts with restricted judicial functions.
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