Animus

Animus

September 15, 2016 · By BDLD DESK · 1,250 Reads

“Intention” – The term is often used in combination; for examples:

animus furandi – the intention to steal or to do wrong;
animus manendi – the intention to remain in one place (for the purposes of the law relating to domicile);
animus donandi: – the intention to transfer property;
animus Contrahendi: – the intention to contract.

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