De jure
De jure
De jure (/dɪˈʒʊəriː/, /deɪ-/; Latin: de iure [deː ˈjuːrɛ]) is a Latin expression that means "by law", as contrasted with de facto, which means "in fact".
Pronunciation
- English: /dɪˈʒʊəriː/, /deɪ-/
- Latin: [deː ˈjuːrɛ]
Etymology
The term "de jure" is Latin, meaning "from the law". It is a term derived from the legal system of Ancient Rome.
Usage
In legal and government contexts, it is often used to refer to what the law says or what is supposed to happen, as opposed to what actually happens in practice. For example, a government may be the de jure government of a country, but in practice, the real power lies with a military or a dictator.
Related Terms
- De facto: A Latin expression that means "in fact" or "in practice". It is often used to contrast with "de jure".
- Jus: Latin term meaning "law" or "right". It is the root word of "de jure".
- Jure uxoris: A Latin term meaning "by right of his wife". It is often used in the context of a man who holds a title or property through his wife.
- Jus soli: A Latin term meaning "right of the soil". It is a principle of nationality law by which citizenship is determined by place of birth.
- Jus sanguinis: A Latin term meaning "right of blood". It is a principle of nationality law by which citizenship is not determined by place of birth but by having one or both parents who are citizens of the state.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on De jure
- Wikipedia's article - De jure
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