In a letter I was reading I came across this statement (if this is what you wish to call it)
Verbis Standum Ubi Nulla Ambiguitas
I don't understand what it means anyone who might know please help. Thank you all for your time.
2007-08-01 18:11:59 · 3 answers · asked by Meg 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
"One must abide by the words, where there is no ambiguity."
Basically, if the text of the law is clear -- the law must be followed by its literal text.
If the law is unclear, you can argue semantics and gray areas and interpretations.
2007-08-01 18:18:20 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The above are the accepted legal definition of the statement. The actual translation is:
Words are to stand firm when (there is) no ambiguity.
Latin often left forms of the verb 'to be' out - its use was understood.
2007-08-02 00:34:06 · answer #2 · answered by dollhaus 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
one must abide by the words when there is no ambiguity
2007-08-01 18:17:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋