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WRIT OF PROCLAMATION. In Eng

Categories: Criminal Law

Definition (1910 Edition)

lish law. By the statute 31 Eliz. c. 3, when an eAigent is sued out, a writ of proclamation shall issue at the same time, commanding the sheriff of the county where the defendant dwells to make three proclamations thereof, in'places: the most notorious, and most likely. to come to his knowledge, a inonth before the outlawry shall take place. 8 Bl. Comm. 284.
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.