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THE INSTITUTION OF SELF-DEFENSE IN THE MIDDLE AGES

Author(s): Ana Cucerescu
Subject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence
Published by: Universul Juridic
Keywords: Self-defense; canon law; Pactus Legis Salicae; Decretum Gratiani; Constitutio Criminalis Carolina;

Summary/Abstract: The article makes a historical incursion during the Middle Ages, following the development of the institution of self-defense during this period. Several aspects are highlighted, such as: regulatory differences from one state to another - with laws that allow, or prohibit, self-defense, the importance of Roman law and the development of original rules based on barbaric customs, the influence of Christian religious norms and canon law.

  • Issue Year: 2020
  • Issue No: 10
  • Page Range: 120-126
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: Romanian