Dubia in meliorem partem interpretari debent - "Doubtful things should be interpreted in the best way". Often spoken as "to give the benefit of the doubt".⏎
Dura lex, sed lex - "The law [is] harsh, but [it is] the law". It follows from the principle of the rule of law that even draconian laws must be followed and enforced; if one disagrees with the result, one must seek to change the law.⏎
Consensus facit legem - Stipulates that when two or more persons arrive at a good faith agreement, the law will insist on that agreement being carried out.⏎
Actori incumbit onus probatio - "On the plaintiff rests the proving". The burden of proof falls to the plaintiff, claimant, or petitioner.⏎
Cogitationis poenam nemo patitur - No one suffers punishment for mere intent.⏎