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McElroy v. State, 25 Tex

Categories: Torts

Definition (1910 Edition)

507.—Disturbance of tenure. In the law of tenure, disturbance is where a stranger, by menaces, force, persuasion, or otherwise, causes a tenant to leave his tenancy; this disturbance of tenure {is an injury to the lord for which an action will lie. 8 Steph. Comm. 414.—Disturbance of the peace. Interruption of the peace, quiet, and good order of a neighborhood or community, particularly by unnecessary and distracting noises. City of St. Charles v. Meyer, 58 Mo. 89; Yokum v. State (Tex. Cr. App.) 21 S. W. 191. —Disturbance of ways. This happens where a person who has a right of way over another's
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.