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ALLEGIANCE

Categories: Contracts

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: French

Allegiance is the obligation of fidelity and obedience which every citizen owes to the state. Pol. Code Cal. § 55. c {In Norman French. Alleviation; redress. Kelham.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.