Legal Definitions - in consideratione legis

in consideratione legis

In consideratione legis means "in consideration or contemplation of law." It is a legal term that refers to something that is being done because of a law or legal requirement. It can also mean that something is in abeyance, or temporarily on hold.

• When a person is required to pay a fine for breaking a law, they do so in consideratione legis.
• During a trial, the judge may put a decision in consideratione legis, meaning they need more time to think about it.

These examples illustrate how in consideratione legis is used in legal situations. It shows that something is being done or decided because of a law or legal requirement, and that it can also mean that something is temporarily on hold.