Legal Definitions - nuntius

Definition: Nuntius means "bearer of news" in Latin. It has several meanings:

1. In Roman law, a nuntius is a messenger. If someone couldn't be present in court, they could send a nuntius to speak for them.
2. In history, a nuntius was a messenger sent to make an excuse for someone's absence in court.
3. In history, a nuntius was also an officer of the court.
4. In ecclesiastical law, a nuntius is a representative of the Pope.

For example, if someone was sick and couldn't go to court, they could send a nuntius to speak for them. The nuntius would explain why the person couldn't be there and present their case. In ecclesiastical law, a nuntius might be sent to a foreign country to represent the Pope and communicate with the local government.