possession of a right

The continuing exercise and enjoyment of a right.

• This type of possession is often unrelated to an ownership interest in property. For example, a criminal defendant possesses the right to demand a trial by jury.

— Also termed possessio juris; (Ger.) Rechtsbesitz.

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资深译员Jeffrey，毕业于一所培养高级翻译以及跨文化事务专家的精英大学，专注翻译各种与建设工程诉讼有关的法律文件。