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KembaraXtra – Legal Terms – In Dubio Mitius
In dubio mitius is a Latin principle meaning that where there is doubt in interpreting a legal text, the interpretation that imposes the least burden should be preferred. It is commonly applied in treaty interpretation and international law.
This principle reflects respect for state sovereignty and legal certainty. Where obligations are unclear, courts and tribunals avoid interpretations that impose unexpected or excessive duties on the party bound by the text.
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