Henry de Bracton, De Legibus, 12 Quotes

A collection of quotes by Henry de Bracton, De Legibus, 12.

Henry de Bracton was a medieval English jurist and judge, known for his work "De Legibus et Consuetudinibus Angliae" (On the Laws and Customs of England). Born around 1210, he served as a justice in the Court of Common Pleas during the reign of King Henry III. Bracton's treatise on English law, written in Latin, is considered one of the most influential legal texts of the medieval period. It provided a comprehensive analysis of English law, drawing on Roman law principles and customary practices. His work played a significant role in shaping the development of English common law.