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Which of the following scenarios requires a formal transfer process under Roman property law?
Which of the following scenarios requires a formal transfer process under Roman property law?
- Selling livestock at a local market.
- Transferring ownership of a plot of agricultural land. (correct)
- Loaning a set of tools to a neighbor.
- Bartering clothing for food.
If a Roman citizen wished to transfer ownership of a slave, which method would be legally appropriate?
If a Roman citizen wished to transfer ownership of a slave, which method would be legally appropriate?
- Usucapio, acquiring ownership through prolonged use.
- Mancipatio, a highly formalized procedure. (correct)
- Traditio, involving simple physical handover.
- Occupatio, claiming ownership of abandoned property.
In Roman law, what distinguishes in iure cessio from traditio?
In Roman law, what distinguishes in iure cessio from traditio?
- _In iure cessio_ is a contrived lawsuit, while _traditio_ is an informal handover. (correct)
- _In iure cessio_ is a common sale, while _traditio_ is a symbolic exchange.
- _In iure cessio_ involves physical handover, while _traditio_ requires a formal ceremony.
- _In iure cessio_ is used for _res nec mancipi_, while _traditio_ is for _res mancipi_.
A Roman farmer wants to sell a yoke of oxen (two oxen harnessed together). According to Roman property law, which transfer method is most appropriate?
A Roman farmer wants to sell a yoke of oxen (two oxen harnessed together). According to Roman property law, which transfer method is most appropriate?
Which type of property could be transferred simply by handing it over to the new owner?
Which type of property could be transferred simply by handing it over to the new owner?
Flashcards
Res Mancipi
Res Mancipi
Goods requiring formal transfer in Roman law, including land, slaves, and key agricultural animals.
Res Nec Mancipi
Res Nec Mancipi
Goods that could be transferred informally in Roman law.
Mancipatio
Mancipatio
A highly formal and symbolic procedure used as a sale in Roman law.
In Iure Cessio
In Iure Cessio
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Traditio
Traditio
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Study Notes
- Roman property law distinguished between two categories of goods: res mancipi and res nec mancipi.
Res Mancipi
- Included land, slaves, and specific animals crucial for agricultural purposes.
- Transfer required a formal process.
Res Nec Mancipi
- Comprised other types of goods.
- Transfer could occur through informal means.
Methods of Transfer
- Mancipatio: A highly formalized procedure serving as a sale.
- In iure cessio: A contrived lawsuit used for conveying ownership.
- Traditio: A straightforward, informal method involving physical handover.
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Description
Roman property law categorized goods into res mancipi (land, slaves, key animals) and res nec mancipi (other goods). Transfer of res mancipi required formal processes like mancipatio or in iure cessio. Res nec mancipi could be transferred informally through traditio.
