Against the peace . A phrase used in the Latin forms of indictments, and also of actions for trespass, to signify that the offense alleged was committed against the public peace, i. e., involved a breach of the peace . The full formula was contra paccm domini regis, against the peace of the lord the king. In moderu pleading, in this country, the phrase “against the peace of the commonwealth ” or “of the people” is used.
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