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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双语律师Raymond，亚洲知名法学院法律专业，擅长翻译各类与生物科技与制药相关的法律文件。