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PEACEABLE

Categories: Property

Definition (1910 Edition)

Free from the character of force, violence, or trespass; as, a “peaceable entry’ on lands. “Peaceable possession” of real estate is such as is acquiesced in by all other persons, including rival claimants, and not disturbed by any forcible attempt at ouster nor by adverse suits to recover the possession or the estate. See
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.