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First published 1952 (SND Vol. III).
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†DORNOCH LAW, n. comb. Summary justice, execution before trial (n.Sc. 1825 Jam.2). Cf. Cupar justice s.v. Cupar and Jeddart justice s.v. Jeddart.
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