Oyer et terminer
Defined in 2 dictionaries — Ballentine's (1916), Stimson (1881)
Ballentine's Law Dictionary
James A. Ballentine · 1916
See Oyer and terminer.
Glossary of Technical Terms, Phrases, and Maxims of the Common Law
Frederic Jesup Stimson · 1881
/r. To hear and determine. 1. A special commission to judges or others to inquire into a treason or felony on a sudden outbreak or public outrage. 2. The general commission of the same nature; v. Assize. 3. In New York, the title of a criminal court, v. Court, 111. P. •m P. C. Por Parliamentary Cases, Privy Council, Pleas of the ' Crown. P. P. Per procurationem.