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2024
exceptio_metus
exceptio metus
English
Alternative forms
exceptio quod metus causa
Noun
exceptio
metus
(
law
)
An
exception
based on the fact that the underlying cause of action was based on
duress
or intimidation by the
plaintiff
of the defendant.
Etymology
From a shortening of
exceptio quod metus causa
.
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