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“Rules of property ought to be generally known, and not to be left upon loose notes, which rather serve to confound principles, than to confirm them.” quote by William Murray, 1st Earl of Mansfield
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“Rules of property ought to be generally known, and not to be left upon loose notes, which rather serve to confound principles, than to confirm them.”

William Murray, 1st Earl of Mansfield

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Source Treatise: Commentaries on the Laws of England, 1756

Legal rules should be clear and accessible, not hidden in informal notes that cause confusion.

In simple terms: Law must be clear, not hidden.

Key Takeaway

Make legal information public and organized.

Themes

law clarity accessibility justice

Mood

serious formal

Type

educational informative

When to use this quote

  • court filings
  • public policy drafting
  • legal education
  • citizen rights

Key Concepts

legal theory information management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure legal transparency?
  • What systems prevent hidden legalities?
A Different Perspective

Informal notes can be misinterpreted and lack authority.

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