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PROTESTATION

Definition (1910 Edition)

amount demanded; the object being to save his right to recover or reclaim the amount, which right would “be lost by his acquies-. cence. Thus, taxes may be paid under “protest.” See Meyer v. Clark, 2 Daly (N. Y.) 509.
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.