Latin Terms and Phrases - D
De facto
| Category | D |
|---|---|
| Title | De facto |
| Details | As a matter of fact; something which, while not necessarily lawful or legally sanctified, exists in fact. A common law spouse may be referred to a de facto wife or de facto husband: although not legally married, they live and carry-on their lives as if married. A de facto government is one which has seized power by force or in any other unconstitutional method and governs in spite of the existence of a de jure government. |
| Created On | April 23, 2011, 4:48 PM |
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