OUTLAWRY Meaning and
Definition
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Outlawry refers to the state or condition of being an outlaw, an individual who is declared a criminal and placed outside the protection of the law. It is the legal status of being an outlaw, resulting from an individual's violation of established laws and regulations. Outlawry is usually imposed as a punishment for committing serious offenses, such as murder, treason, or armed robbery.
An outlaw, upon being declared so by the authorities, is deprived of legal rights and protection, making them vulnerable to arrest, imprisonment, and even capital punishment. They are essentially excluded from the benefits and safeguards provided by the legal system, becoming a social pariah without the ability to seek justice or claim legal rights on their own behalf.
Outlawry has historically been commonly associated with medieval times, where individuals who violated the laws of feudal societies were deemed outlaws. Once declared an outlaw, they were considered outside the realm of legal protection, making them a target for anyone who sought to capture or prosecute them.
In contemporary legal systems, while the concept of outlawry is less prevalent, it still exists to some extent. Being an outlaw typically implies a complete disregard for the law and a dangerous disregard for the well-being and safety of others. It serves as an extreme measure to protect society while simultaneously condemning the actions of the outlaw.
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The punishment inflicted on one who refuses to appear when called into court, by putting him out of the protection of law; the process by which this is done.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for OUTLAWRY
- iutlawry
- kutlawry
- lutlawry
- putlawry
- 0utlawry
- 9utlawry
- oytlawry
- ohtlawry
- ojtlawry
- oitlawry
- o8tlawry
- o7tlawry
- ourlawry
- ouflawry
- ouglawry
- ouylawry
- ou6lawry
- ou5lawry
- outkawry
Etymology of OUTLAWRY
The word "outlawry" derived from the Old English term "ūtlaga", which is formed by combining the words "ūt" (meaning "out") and "laga" (referring to "law"). The term originally referred to a person who was placed outside the protection of the law or excluded from legal rights and privileges. Over time, the word "outlaw" has come to be associated with individuals who have engaged in illegal activities and are therefore outside the boundaries of the law.
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