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SEQUESTRATIO

Categories: Contracts

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Civil Law

Lat. In the civil law. The separating or setting aside of a thing in controversy, from the possession of both parties that contend for it. It is two-fold,— voluntary, done by consent of all parties; and necessary, when a judge orders it. Brown.
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.