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RESIDENCE (Latin residere, to remain behind, to dwell, reside) , in general, a place of abode. In law, it usually means continuance in a place. The ordinary meaning of the word has been defined as " the place where an individual eats, drinks and sleeps, or where his family or his servants eat, drink and sleep " (R. v. North Curry, 1825, 4 B. & C. 959). For certain purposes, however, a man may be said to have his residence not only where he sleeps, but also at his place of business. See ABODE ; DOMICILE. In ecclesiastical law residence is the continuance of a spiritual person upon his benefice. As a general rule
rector or vicar
house
bishop
licence of non-residence (Pluralities Act 1838).End of Article: RESIDENCE (Latin residere, to remain behind, to dwell, reside) If you wish, you can link directly to this article.
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