As modifier. Originally used with reference to the infliction of punishment by a self-constituted court having no legal authority, of the kind…
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释义 | society > law > administration of justice > judicial body, assembly, or court > [noun] > improperly constituted court (3) lynch1835 As modifier. Originally used with reference to the infliction of punishment by a self-constituted court having no legal authority, of the kind… Vehmgericht1845 In extended use: an arbitrary, summary, or unauthorized tribunal. Now rare. kangaroo court1853 an improperly constituted court having no legal standing, e.g. one held by strikers, mutineers, prisoners, etc. |
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