Legal Definitions - subscriptio

Definition: Subscriptio is a Latin term used in Roman law. It refers to a signature, usually a name written at the bottom of a document to show that it is authentic. It can also refer to a signature required in certain cases for a will, in addition to the seals of witnesses.

• When signing a contract, it is important to include a subscriptio to show that you agree to the terms.
• In some cases, a subscriptio is required for a will to be considered valid. This means that the person making the will must sign it in addition to having witnesses sign it.

These examples illustrate how subscriptio is used to authenticate important legal documents. It serves as a way to ensure that the document is genuine and that the person signing it agrees to its contents.