Legal Definition and Related Resources of Distraint
Meaning of Distraint
Synonyms of Distraint
noun
- annexation
- appropriation
- attachment
- capture
- confiscation
- dispossession
- distress
- divestment
- execution
- expropriation
- forcible seizure
- garnishment
- impoundage
- impoundment
- levy
- obtainment
- securement
- seizure and appropriation
- seizure to procure satisfaction of a debt
- sequestration Associated Concepts: distraint for rent
- process of distraint
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Concept of Distraint in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Distraint: To take (legally or illegally) personal property and keep it until its owner performs an obligation. Commonly, a landlord taking personal property (furniture, etc.) of a tenant until rent is paid.
Concept of Distraint in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Distraint: To take (legally or illegally) personal property and keep it until its owner performs an obligation. Commonly, a landlord taking personal property (furniture, etc.) of a tenant until rent is paid.
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