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ACT IN PAIS

\ˈakt ɪn pˈa͡ɪz], \ˈakt ɪn pˈa‍ɪz], \ˈa_k_t ɪ_n p_ˈaɪ_z]\

Definitions of ACT IN PAIS

1856 - A Law Dictionary

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An act performed out of court, and not a matter of record. Pais, in law French, signifies country. A deed or an assurance transacted between two or more private persons in the country is matter in pais. 2 Bl. Com. 294.

1856 - A Law Dictionary
By John Bouvier

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