LAS PARTIDAS.
\lˌas pˈɑːtɪdəz], \lˌas pˈɑːtɪdəz], \l_ˌa_s p_ˈɑː_t_ɪ_d_ə_z]\
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The name of a code of Spanish law; sometimes called las siete partidas, or the seven parts, from the number of its principal divisions. It is a compilation from the civil law, the customary law of Spain, and the canon law. Such of its provisions is are applicable are in force in Louisiana, Florida, and Texas.
By John Bouvier
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