Definition of Actio Poenalis In Haeredem Non Datur Nisi Forte Ex Damno Locnpletior Haeres Factus Sit | OpenJurist

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

Actio pœnalis in hæredem non datur, nisi forte ex damno locnpletior hæres factus sit

Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition

Definition:
A penal action is not given against an heir, unless, indeed, such heir is benefited by the wrong.

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