👉 The term "postliminium" is a legal concept in the United States that refers to the time period during which an individual can be held liable for their actions, even if they were unaware of their liability. In other words, it allows individuals to avoid being held responsible for their actions even when they are aware of their culpability. The postliminium doctrine is a legal principle that was established by the Supreme Court in the case of "Smith v. Wesson" (1964