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In pectore judicis

Defined in 2 dictionaries — Ballentine's (1916), Black's (1910)

Ballentine's Law Dictionary

James A. Ballentine · 1916

In the breast of the court. See Breast.

Black's Law Dictionary

Henry Campbell Black, M.A. · 1910

In the breast of the judge. Latch, 180. A phrase applied to a judgment.