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A code of maritime laws published at the island of Oleron in the twelfth century by Eleanor of Gui- enne. They were adopted in England successively under Richard I., Henry III., and Edward III., and are often cited before the admiralty courts. De Lovio v. Boit, 2 Gall, 398, Fed. Cas. No. 3,776.

For some cause arising out of a maritime matter. 1 Fet. Adm. 92. Said to be Selden’s translation of the French definition of admiralty jurisdiction, “pour le fait de la mer.” Id.

On account of contiguity to the offense, i. e., being contaminated by conjunction with something illegal. For example, the cargo of a vessel, though not contraband or un- lawful, may be condemned in admiralty, along with the vessel, when the vessel has been engaged in some service which renders her liable to seizure and confiscation.… Continue Reading OB CONTINENTIAM DELICTI