Latin quote · Justice
In malam partem
“In a bad sense.”
Latin phrase
Translation
What does “In malam partem” mean?
In malam partem translates as “In a bad sense.”
It means interpreting something unfavourably or to someone’s disadvantage. In criminal law, analogy in malam partem against the accused is forbidden.
Origin
The story behind it
A Latin phrase of interpretation used in theology, philosophy and law, paired with in bonam partem.
When to use it
How to use “In malam partem”
A precise term for a criminal-law lecture on the ban on retroactive and analogical punishment.
- Latin
- In malam partem
- English
- In a bad sense.
- Source
- Latin phrase
- Era
- Legal Latin
- Theme
- Justice
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