Inadimplenti non est adimplendum - "One has no need to respect his obligation if the counter-party has not respected his own." This is used in civil law to briefly indicate a principle (adopted in some systems) referred to as the synallagmatic contract.[3]⏎
Fiat justitia et pereat mundus - "Let there be justice, though the world perish." Often used as a motto, notably by Ferdinand I, Holy Roman Emperor.⏎
Inter arma enim silent leges - "For among arms, the laws fall silent." A concept that during war, many illegal activities occur. Also taken to mean that in times of war, laws are suppressed, ostensibly for the good of the country.⏎
Ignorantia juris non excusat - "Ignorance of the law is no excuse." Not knowing that one's actions are forbidden by the law is not a defense.⏎
Ex turpi causa non oritur actio - "From a dishonorable cause an action does not arise." A party cannot bring a legal action for consequences of his own illegal act.⏎