ESTREAT, n
Categories: Procedure
Definition (1910 Edition)
(From Lat. estractum.) In English law. A copy or extract from the book of estreats, that is, the rolls of any court, in which the amercements or fines, recognizances, etc., imposed or taken by that court upon or from the accused, are set down, and which are to be levied by the bailiff or other officer of the court. Cowell; Brown.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain.
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